How To Fix /SCWM/EGF121 - Object still used in cockpit; deletion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCWM/EGF -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Object still used in cockpit; deletion not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCWM/EGF121 - Object still used in cockpit; deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SCWM/EGF121 Object still used in cockpit; deletion not possible typically occurs in the SAP Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) module when you attempt to delete an object (like a warehouse task, handling unit, or other related entities) that is still being referenced or used in the system, particularly in the EWM cockpit.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the object you are trying to delete is currently in use or referenced in the EWM cockpit. This could happen for several reasons:
  
  The object is part of an active process (e.g., a warehouse task that is still being processed).
  The object is linked to other objects that are still active.
  There are open transactions or processes that involve the object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Processes: 
  
  Verify if the object is part of any active warehouse tasks or processes. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes in EWM (like /SCWM/PRDI for production integration or /SCWM/ORD for order management).
  If the object is in use, you may need to complete or cancel the active processes before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  
  Review Cockpit Usage:
  
  Check the EWM cockpit to see if the object is being displayed or used in any of the views. If it is, you may need to remove it from the cockpit or ensure that it is no longer in use.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or links to other objects that might be preventing deletion. You may need to delete or modify those linked objects first.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCWM/ORD or /SCWM/PRDI to find and manage the objects in question. You can also use /SCWM/TO for managing transfer orders.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs for more detailed information about why the deletion is being blocked. This can provide insights into specific dependencies or issues.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In some cases, if the object is stuck due to a temporary issue, a system restart or a refresh of the EWM cockpit might help.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP EWM documentation for more information on object management and the cockpit functionalities.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.