How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON051 - Overall profile 'standard' cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Overall profile 'standard' cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON051 - Overall profile 'standard' cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON051 Overall profile 'standard' cannot be deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to delete a standard overall profile that is still in use or has dependencies.
  Cause:
  
  In Use: The overall profile 'standard' is currently being used in one or more planning areas or processes. SAP does not allow the deletion of profiles that are actively in use to prevent disruption in planning processes.
  Dependencies: There may be other configurations or settings that depend on the 'standard' profile, making it impossible to delete without first addressing those dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the profile, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Verify if the overall profile 'standard' is being used in any planning areas or processes. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the APO system.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/AMON or /SAPAPO/MC62 to review the profiles and their usage.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: 
  
  If the profile is in use, you will need to either change the settings to use a different profile or remove the dependencies before attempting to delete it.
  Update any planning areas or processes that reference the 'standard' profile to use an alternative profile.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete profiles in the APO system. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing overall profiles in APO.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if you suspect there may be a system-specific issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/AMON, /SAPAPO/MC62, and others that pertain to profile management in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.