How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI052 - Route &1 is used in CD route &2 and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 052

• Message text: Route &1 is used in CD route &2 and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI052 - Route &1 is used in CD route &2 and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI052 indicates that a route (identified by &1) is being used in a customer delivery (CD) route (identified by &2) and therefore cannot be deleted. This is a common issue in SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to remove a route that is still referenced in other configurations or documents.
  Cause:
  
  Route Dependency: The route you are trying to delete is still linked to a customer delivery route or other transportation-related documents.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity by preventing the deletion of objects that are still in use to avoid inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check where the route is being used. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using reports that show route assignments.
  Look for any customer delivery routes, transportation lanes, or other configurations that reference the route.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If the route is linked to a customer delivery route, you will need to remove that link first. This may involve editing the customer delivery route to exclude the route you want to delete.
  Ensure that there are no active shipments, transportation requests, or other documents that are using the route.
  
  
  
  Delete the Route:
  
  Once all references have been removed, you can attempt to delete the route again.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  If you still cannot delete the route, check for other dependencies such as planning runs, transportation orders, or any other configurations that might be using the route.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCTM/ROUTE to manage routes or /SCTM/CD_ROUTE to manage customer delivery routes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on managing routes and understanding dependencies.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.