How To Fix UPS504 - Object type &1 is still used in packet types

UPS504 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPS - ALE Distribution Packet

• Message number: 504

• Message text: Object type &1 is still used in packet types

What causes this issue?

You want to delete object type &V1&. The object type is still being
used in package type definitions.

System Response

The object type cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

Proceed as follows:
Remove the usage of the object type in the package types.
Delete object type &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 UPS504 - Object type &1 is still used in packet types ?

  The SAP error message UPS504 indicates that an object type (denoted by &1) is still being used in packet types, which means that the object cannot be deleted or modified because it is still referenced in some configuration or data structure.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when you attempt to delete or modify an object type that is still in use. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Object Type in Use: The object type is still linked to one or more packet types, which are used in processes like data transfer, integration, or other operations.
  Configuration Dependencies: There may be dependencies in the configuration that prevent the object from being removed.
  Incomplete Cleanup: Previous attempts to delete or modify the object may not have fully cleared all references.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPS504 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE80 (Object Navigator) to check where the object