How To Fix UPO_IE_MSG054 - Cannot delete; Field was created in UOM

UPO_IE_MSG054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPO_IE_MSG - UOM and PRA Integration Messages

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Cannot delete; Field was created in UOM

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UPO_IE_MSG054 - Details

• The SAP error message UPO_IE_MSG054 ("Cannot delete; Field was created in UOM") typically occurs in the context of Unit of Measure (UOM) management within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to delete a field or entry that is associated with a Unit of Measure, but the system is preventing this action because the field is still in use or has dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Field Dependency: The field you are trying to delete is linked to a Unit of Measure that is still being used in transactions or master data.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of fields that could lead to inconsistencies in the database.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the UOM management may not allow for the deletion of certain fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the field, check if it is being used in any transactions, master data, or other configurations. You can do