How To Fix UHC_ACTIONS017 - Action "&1" cannot be deleted; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UHC_ACTIONS - Action List

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Action "&1" cannot be deleted; see long text

What causes this issue?

The action &v1& was defined as the prerequisite action for action
&v2& in the
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System Response

The system does not delete action &v1&.

How to fix this error?

Delete action &v2& that contains this action as prerequisite action.
Then delete action &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UHC_ACTIONS017 - Action "&1" cannot be deleted; see long text ?

  The SAP error message UHC_ACTIONS017 indicates that a specific action (denoted by "&1") cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Unified Health Check (UHC) or similar applications where actions or tasks are managed.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Dependencies: The action you are trying to delete may have dependencies or be linked to other processes or actions that prevent its deletion.
  Status of the Action: The action might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it may be completed, in progress, or locked).
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the action may not have the necessary permissions to perform this operation.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that restrict the deletion of certain actions.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review if the action is linked to other actions or processes. If it is, you may need to delete or modify those dependencies first.
  Review Action Status: Ensure that the action is in a state that allows deletion. If it is completed or locked, you may need to change its status or unlock it.
  User Authorization: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to delete the action. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Check the SAP documentation or help files for any specific conditions or configurations that might prevent deletion.
  Long Text: As the error message suggests, check the long text associated with the error for more detailed information on why the action cannot be deleted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to the Unified Health Check or the module you are working with to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.