How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG212 - Values of condition &1 cannot be deleted (see Usage)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Values of condition &1 cannot be deleted (see Usage)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG212 - Values of condition &1 cannot be deleted (see Usage) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG212 indicates that you are trying to delete a condition value that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. This is a common issue in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with condition records, such as those related to pricing, planning, or other configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The condition value you are trying to delete is currently being referenced by other objects or processes in the system.
  There may be active planning runs, or the condition is linked to a specific planning object that prevents its deletion.
  The condition might be part of a configuration that is still active or in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: Review the usage of the condition value you are trying to delete. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CC01 (for condition records) to see where the condition is being used.
  Checking related planning objects or transactions that might be referencing the condition.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Remove Dependencies: If you find that the condition is being used:
  
  Deactivate or remove the dependencies that are preventing the deletion.
  Ensure that there are no active planning runs or processes that are using the condition.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the condition type and its dependencies.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes to manage conditions:
  
  /SAPAPO/CC02 to change condition records.
  /SAPAPO/CC03 to display condition records.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to identify the dependencies or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users working with condition records are trained on the implications of deleting conditions and the importance of checking dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.