How To Fix /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST040 - Field list &1 not deleted; field list &1 is used in hierarchy &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Field list &1 not deleted; field list &1 is used in hierarchy &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST040 - Field list &1 not deleted; field list &1 is used in hierarchy &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GNT_CUST040 indicates that there is an issue with a field list that you are trying to delete in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the field list you are attempting to delete is still being used in a hierarchy.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the field list you are trying to delete is currently referenced in a hierarchy structure within the system. In SAP TM, field lists are often used to define the attributes or characteristics of various objects, and if they are still in use, the system will prevent their deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the field list is being used. You can do this by checking the hierarchy configurations in the SAP TM system. Look for any hierarchies that reference the field list you are trying to delete.
  
  
  Remove References: Once you have identified the hierarchy or any other objects that are using the field list, you will need to remove those references. This may involve:
  
  Editing the hierarchy to remove the field list.
  Deleting or modifying any dependent objects that are using the field list.
  
  
  
  Delete the Field List: After ensuring that the field list is no longer in use, you can attempt to delete it again.
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies: If the error persists, check for any other dependencies or references to the field list in other configurations or settings within the SAP TM module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/FLIST to manage field lists or /SCMTMS/HIER to manage hierarchies.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific SAP TM documentation for detailed information on managing field lists and hierarchies.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Transportation Management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the field list.