How To Fix /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG167 - Data element &1 is still being used in application &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG -

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Data element &1 is still being used in application &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG167 - Data element &1 is still being used in application &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPCND/SY_CONFIG167 indicates that a specific data element (denoted as &1) is still being used in an application (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of data element or field modifications, where the system is trying to enforce a change that cannot be completed because the data element is still in use.
  Cause:
  
  Data Element Usage: The data element you are trying to modify or delete is still being referenced in one or more applications, such as programs, function modules, or database tables.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that rely on the data element, preventing its modification or deletion.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment and trying to transport changes, the data element might be locked or in use in another transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Usage: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), or SE84 (Repository Information System) to find where the data element is being used. Look for:
  
  Tables
  Structures
  Views
  Programs
  Function modules
  Screens
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If possible, modify or remove the dependencies on the data element. This may involve:
  
  Changing the data type in the dependent objects.
  Deleting or modifying the programs or structures that reference the data element.
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: Ensure that there are no pending transport requests that might be locking the data element. You can check this in transaction SE09 or SE10.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or change logs related to the data element to understand its usage and implications of modifying it.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the applications that were using the data element to confirm that they still function correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Change Management: Implement a change management process to track dependencies and usage of data elements before making modifications.
  Development Guidelines: Follow best practices for development in SAP to minimize issues related to data element usage, such as documenting changes and understanding the impact of modifications.
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.