How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_GMC063 - Link configuration &1 not deleted; &1 is used in object scheme &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_GMC -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Link configuration &1 not deleted; &1 is used in object scheme &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_GMC063 - Link configuration &1 not deleted; &1 is used in object scheme &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_GMC063 indicates that a link configuration (identified as &1) cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in an object scheme (identified as &2 and &3). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you attempt to delete a configuration that is still referenced by other objects.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The link configuration you are trying to delete is actively referenced in one or more object schemes. This means that there are dependencies that prevent the deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity by preventing the deletion of configurations that are still in use, to avoid breaking existing processes or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: 
  
  Check which object schemes are using the link configuration. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP TM and reviewing the object schemes.
  Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/MC_GMC or similar to view the link configurations and their dependencies.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the link configuration is indeed being used, you will need to either modify or remove the references in the object schemes that are using it.
  Once all references to the link configuration are removed, you should be able to delete the configuration without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to link configurations and object schemes in SAP TM for more detailed guidance on managing these configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, ensure to test the system to confirm that the deletion does not affect other processes or configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM for managing configurations, such as /SCMTMS/MC_GMC for link configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to configurations in SAP TM.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.