How To Fix SLS026 - Test type is in use. You cannot delete.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS - PAW - Message class

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Test type is in use. You cannot delete.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS026 - Test type is in use. You cannot delete. ?

  The SAP error message SLS026: Test type is in use. You cannot delete. typically occurs when you attempt to delete a test type that is currently being utilized in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as Quality Management (QM) or other modules where test types are defined and used for inspections or evaluations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the test type you are trying to delete is linked to existing inspection plans, inspection lots, or other objects in the system. SAP prevents the deletion of such objects to maintain data integrity and avoid orphaned records.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Identify where the test type is being used. You can do this by checking inspection plans, inspection lots, or any other related objects that reference the test type.
  Use transaction codes like QDP1 (for inspection plans) or QA32 (for inspection lots) to find references to the test type.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the test type is being used in inspection plans, you will need to either modify those plans to remove the test type or delete the inspection plans if they are no longer needed.
  Ensure that there are no active inspection lots that reference the test type. If there are, you may need to complete or delete those lots.
  
  
  
  Delete Test Type:
  
  Once you have ensured that the test type is no longer in use, you can attempt to delete it again using the appropriate transaction (e.g., QS21 for test types).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting a test type, consult your organization's documentation or SAP help resources to understand the impact on your processes.
  
  
  
  Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete test types in the system. If not, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  QS21: Create/Change Test Type
  QDP1: Inspection Plan
  QA32: Display Inspection Lot
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Quality Management and test types for a deeper understanding of how they are used and managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS026 error and successfully delete the test type if it is no longer needed.