How To Fix /SAPAPO/CIF146 - Deletion error for object type &1 in SAP APO

/SAPAPO/CIF146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CIF -

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Deletion error for object type &1 in SAP APO

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF146 - Deletion error for object type &1 in SAP APO ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CIF146 indicates a deletion error for a specific object type in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically occurs during the CIF (Core Interface) transfer process when there is an attempt to delete an object that is either not found or is still being referenced in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Object Not Found: The object you are trying to delete does not exist in the APO system.
  Dependencies: The object may still be referenced by other objects or processes, preventing its deletion.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the SAP ERP and SAP APO systems.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the object.
  CIF 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the CIF configuration or settings that are causing the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Object Existence: Verify that the object you are trying to delete actually exists in the APO system. You can do