How To Fix UPC_FW059 - You may not delete planning area &1 (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 059

• Message text: You may not delete planning area &1 (&2)

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to delete the planning area &V1&. However, this
planning area is referenced in at least one multi-planning area. You
can see the list of the referencing multi-planning areas in the
messages that follow in the error log.

System Response

You cannot delete the planning area.

How to fix this error?

To delete the planning area, first remove it from all multi-planning
areas.

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 UPC_FW059 - You may not delete planning area &1 (&2) ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW059 indicates that you are attempting to delete a planning area that is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  
  Active Dependencies: The planning area you are trying to delete may have active dependencies, such as:
  
  Existing planning objects (e.g., key figures, planning levels) that are still in use.
  Active planning runs or processes that reference the planning area.
  Other configurations or settings that are linked to the planning area.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the planning area.
  
  
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the deletion of planning areas that are considered critical or foundational.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the planning area, check for any dependencies:
  
  Review the planning objects associated with the planning area.
  Ensure that there are no active planning runs or processes that reference the planning area.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If you find any dependencies:
  
  Delete or deactivate any planning objects that are linked to the planning area.
  Ensure that no active processes are using the planning area.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the planning area. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing planning areas and their dependencies.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the planning area is critical to the system, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to understand if there are any system-level restrictions on deleting planning areas.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning area management) that can help you manage planning areas effectively.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPC_FW059 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.