How To Fix UCFE110 - Object is being used in a formula and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCFE - Messages for Data Entry Layouts

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Object is being used in a formula and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCFE110 - Object is being used in a formula and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message UCFE110 indicates that an object (such as a variable, field, or formula) is currently being used in a formula and cannot be deleted until it is no longer referenced. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in environments where complex calculations and formulas are used, such as in SAP BusinessObjects or SAP BW.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete an object that is still being referenced in one or more formulas. This could happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  You are trying to delete a variable that is used in a calculated field or formula.
  The object is part of a report or query that is still active or in use.
  Dependencies exist that prevent the deletion of the object.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UCFE110 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check where the object is being used. This can include formulas, reports, queries, or other objects.
  Use the dependency analysis tools available in SAP to find all references to the object.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Once you have identified where the object is being used, you will need to either modify or remove those references.
  If the object is used in a formula, you may need to edit the formula to remove the reference to the object you want to delete.
  
  
  
  Delete the Object:
  
  After ensuring that the object is no longer referenced in any formulas or reports, you can proceed to delete the object.
  
  
  
  Test:
  
  After deletion, test the affected reports or queries to ensure that they still function correctly without the deleted object.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for specific guidelines on managing objects and dependencies in your version of SAP.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community forums for additional assistance.
  Best Practices: Regularly review and clean up unused objects and dependencies in your SAP environment to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UCFE110 error and successfully delete the object in question.