How To Fix UPF014 - Field &1 is still being used in the field values for parameter group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPF - Planning Functions

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Field &1 is still being used in the field values for parameter group &2

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete a field from the planning function if it is still
being used in parameter groups.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Do not use the field in parameter groups any longer.
In many cases, it will be necessary to delete the parameter groups. To
do this, you must first terminate maintenance of the planning function.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPF014 - Field &1 is still being used in the field values for parameter group &2 ?

  The SAP error message UPF014 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) is still being utilized in the field values for a parameter group (denoted as &2) in the context of the SAP User Profile Framework (UPF). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to delete or modify a field that is still actively referenced in the system.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the field you are trying to modify or delete is still linked to existing parameter group values. This means that the system has not been able to remove all references to the field in question, which prevents the operation from being completed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References: Check where the field (&1) is being used within the parameter group (&2). You can do this by reviewing the configuration settings in the User Profile Framework.
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If the field is still being used in any parameter values, you will need to either:
  
  Update the parameter values to remove the references to the field.
  Delete or modify the parameter values that are using the field.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there is any custom code or enhancements that reference the field, ensure that these are also updated or removed.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation: Once all references to the field have been cleared, you can attempt the operation again (e.g., deleting or modifying the field).
  
  
  Testing: After making the changes, it is advisable to test the functionality to ensure that everything is working as expected and that no other dependencies are affected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), or S_USER_AUTH (User Authorization) to manage user profiles and parameter groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for the User Profile Framework for detailed information on managing fields and parameter groups.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UPF014 error and successfully manage the field and parameter group in question.