How To Fix T5099 - Server cannot be deleted - used in work center settings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: T5 - SAPphone: Messages for telephony

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Server cannot be deleted - used in work center settings

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message T5099 - Server cannot be deleted - used in work center settings ?

  The SAP error message T5099 indicates that a server cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in work center settings. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete a server that is still assigned to one or more work centers in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the server you are trying to delete is linked to existing work center configurations. In SAP, work centers are used in production planning and control, and they often reference servers for various operations. If a server is still in use, SAP prevents its deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Work Centers Using the Server:
  
  Go to the transaction code CR01 (Create Work Center) or CR02 (Change Work Center).
  Search for the work centers that are using the server in question. You can do this by checking the "Capacity" or "Basic Data" tabs