How To Fix SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT014 - Project type &1 could not be deleted, there are still projects assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT - Central CTS: Project System

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Project type &1 could not be deleted, there are still projects assigned

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT014 - Project type &1 could not be deleted, there are still projects assigned ?

  The SAP error message SCTS_DIST_CTL_PROJCT014 indicates that you are trying to delete a project type (denoted by &1 in the message) that cannot be deleted because there are still projects assigned to it. This is a common issue when managing project types in SAP, particularly in the context of SAP Solution Manager or SAP Project System.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the project type you are attempting to delete is still in use. Specifically, there are one or more projects that have been created using this project type, and SAP prevents the deletion of the project type to maintain data integrity and avoid orphaned references.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Assigned Projects:
  
  Use transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ03 (Display Project) to check for any existing projects that are using the project type you want to delete.
  You can also use reports or queries to list all projects associated with the specific project type.
  
  
  
  Delete or Change Assigned Projects:
  
  If you find projects that are using the project type, you will need to either delete these projects (if they are no longer needed) or change their project type to another valid type.
  To delete a project, you can use transaction CJ02 (Change Project) and then select the delete option.
  To change the project type, you can also use CJ02 and modify the project type accordingly.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion:
  
  Once all projects associated with the project type have been deleted or changed, you can attempt to delete the project type again using the appropriate transaction (usually SCTS_DIST_CTL or similar).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CJ03: Display Project
  CJ02: Change Project
  SCTS_DIST_CTL: Manage Project Types
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on managing project types and projects in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete projects and project types in your SAP system.
  
  
  Backup: Before making any deletions, it is advisable to back up any important data or configurations related to the projects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the project type in question.