How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG193 - Condition &1 cannot be deleted (see where-used list)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Condition &1 cannot be deleted (see where-used list)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG193 - Condition &1 cannot be deleted (see where-used list) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG193 indicates that a specific condition (denoted by &1) cannot be deleted because it is still being used in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to delete a condition that is still referenced in other objects or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The condition you are trying to delete is still being referenced in other planning objects, such as planning books, data views, or other configurations.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the condition in various planning scenarios or master data.
  Configuration Settings: The condition might be part of a configuration that is currently active or in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Where-Used List: Use the "where-used list" functionality to identify where the condition is being used. This can typically be accessed through the SAP GUI by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate menu options.
  Remove References: Once you identify the objects that reference the condition, you will need to either delete or modify those references before you can delete the condition itself.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or configuration guides to understand the implications of deleting the condition and ensure that it will not adversely affect your planning processes.
  System Check: Ensure that there are no active processes or jobs that might be using the condition at the time you attempt to delete it.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to delete the condition. Sometimes, restrictions can prevent deletion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for master data) to help navigate and manage conditions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.