How To Fix SOTR_MESS146 - You cannot delete the text because it is still in use

SOTR_MESS146 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SOTR_MESS - Messages in and for the Online Text Repository

• Message number: 146

• Message text: You cannot delete the text because it is still in use

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SOTR_MESS146 - You cannot delete the text because it is still in use ?

  The SAP error message SOTR_MESS146, which states "You cannot delete the text because it is still in use," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a text object that is currently being referenced or utilized in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with text elements in master data, documents, or other objects that have associated texts.
  
  Cause:
  
  Text in Use: The text you are trying to delete is still linked to one or more objects in the system. This could be a material, customer, vendor, or any other entity that has a text associated with it.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships that prevent the deletion of the text. For example, if the text is part of a document that is still active or in use.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the text, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Identify