How To Fix /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL038 - At least one selection could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: At least one selection could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL038 - At least one selection could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL038 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to delete a selection (such as a planning selection or a data selection) that is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Active Dependencies: The selection you are trying to delete may be linked to active planning runs, or it may be referenced in other objects or processes.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the selection.
  System Locks: There may be system locks or transactions that are currently using the selection, preventing its deletion.
  Data Integrity: The selection might be part of a data integrity constraint that prevents it from being removed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the selection, check if it is being used in any active planning runs or if it is referenced elsewhere in the system. You may need to stop or complete those processes first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the selection. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Release Locks: If there are locks on the selection, you may need to wait for those locks to be released or manually release them if you have the necessary permissions.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MCPSH to manage selections and check their status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about why the selection cannot be deleted.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.