How To Fix /SCMTMS/IDM018 - Assignments to positions of user &1 could not be deleted

/SCMTMS/IDM018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/IDM -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Assignments to positions of user &1 could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM018 - Assignments to positions of user &1 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/IDM018 Assignments to positions of user &1 could not be deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with user assignments to positions in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, such as:
  Causes:
  
  User Role Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the assignments.
  Active Sessions: The user might have active sessions or transactions that are preventing the deletion of the assignments.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints in the system that prevent the deletion of the assignments.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the user assignment data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete assignments. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Log Out and Retry: If