How To Fix TW198 - Components of &1 still exist in the system

TW198 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TW - R3trans - Messages

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Components of &1 still exist in the system

What causes this issue?

During export, components of one of the objects to be transported were
found, however they are only of secondary importance. The actual object
does not exist in the system.
This situation can be caused by errors in development, translation or
transport tools (incomplete deletion of objects).

System Response

The object is handled as if it does not exist. When this transport
request is imported into the subsequent systems, this object is
deleted.

How to fix this error?

No action is required for this transport request. You can import it
into the subsequent systems.
However, using the export logs, try and find out which sub-objects
triggered this warning. Then give this information to the SAP Hotline.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

TW198 - Details

• The SAP error message TW198, which states "Components of &1 still exist in the system," typically occurs when you are trying to delete or change a particular object (like a material, BOM, or routing) that still has dependent components or references in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when attempting to delete a material that is still being used in production orders, purchase orders, or other transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the existence of dependent objects or references that are linked to the object you are trying to delete or modify. For example:
  
  A material is still assigned to a BOM or routing.
  A production order is still referencing the material.
  There are open purchase orders or stock items related to the material.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove or update the dependencies associated with the object you are trying to delete. Here are the steps