How To Fix SQADB123 - The question cannot be deleted. It is still used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SQADB - Question and Answer Database Messages

• Message number: 123

• Message text: The question cannot be deleted. It is still used.

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a question which is still used in other objects.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Delete the use of the question first. You can then delete the question.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SQADB123 - The question cannot be deleted. It is still used. ?

  The SAP error message SQADB123 indicates that a question (likely in the context of a survey or questionnaire) cannot be deleted because it is still in use. This typically occurs in systems where questions are linked to specific surveys, assessments, or other data structures, and the system prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The question is currently being referenced in one or more active surveys, assessments, or questionnaires.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to prevent the deletion of data that is still in use to avoid orphaned records or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check where the question is being used. This can often be done by reviewing the surveys or assessments that include the question.
  Use transaction codes or reports that allow you to view the relationships between questions and surveys.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the question is linked to an active survey or assessment, you will need to either:
  
  Remove the question from those surveys/assessments.
  Deactivate or delete the surveys/assessments that are using the question (if appropriate).
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Question:
  
  Once the question is no longer in use, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP for more detailed instructions on managing questions and surveys.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to identify where the question is being used or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage surveys and questions, such as SQ01 (Query) or SQ02 (InfoSet).
  Data Model: Understanding the data model related to surveys and questions in your SAP system can help you navigate and manage these entities more effectively.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to surveys and questions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SQADB123 error and successfully delete the question if it is no longer needed.