How To Fix SCBO_EIT011 - Custom Business Object &1 is still in use by &2 &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCBO_EIT -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Custom Business Object &1 is still in use by &2 &3.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCBO_EIT011 - Custom Business Object &1 is still in use by &2 &3. ?

  The SAP error message SCBO_EIT011 indicates that a Custom Business Object (CBO) is still in use by another entity, which prevents you from performing certain actions, such as deleting or modifying the CBO. The placeholders &1, &2, and &3 in the message represent the specific Custom Business Object name and the entities that are currently using it.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The Custom Business Object is still being referenced by other objects or processes in the system.
  There are active instances of the CBO that have not been deleted or deactivated.
  There are dependencies or relationships with other business objects or applications that are preventing the CBO from being modified or deleted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which entities are using the Custom Business Object. The error message will provide you with the names of the entities (&2 and &3).
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to explore the relationships and dependencies.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Delete Instances:
  
  If there are active instances of the CBO, you may need to deactivate or delete them before you can modify or delete the CBO itself.
  Navigate to the relevant application or transaction where the instances are managed and perform the necessary actions.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Processes:
  
  Ensure that there are no active processes or workflows that are currently using the CBO. If there are, you may need to wait for them to complete or terminate them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there is custom code that references the CBO, review it to ensure that it is not inadvertently holding onto the object.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Custom Business Objects for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Custom Business Objects: These are user-defined objects in SAP that allow for the extension of standard business processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing CBOs, such as SCBO (Custom Business Object Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to Custom Business Objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.