How To Fix USMD_EDITION_GENERAL030 - Cannot delete; entity &2 (entity type &1) is used in a future edition

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD_EDITION_GENERAL - Message Class for Edition

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Cannot delete; entity &2 (entity type &1) is used in a future edition

What causes this issue?

An entity can only be deleted, if it is not used in another edition that
is valid in the future. The entity &V2& of entity type &V1& is still
used in the hierarchy &V3& in the edition &V4& that is valid in the
future.

System Response

The entity &V2& will not be deleted.

How to fix this error?

First remove the entity &V2& of the entity type &V1& from alll used
editions. Select the Where-Used List and search for the entity &V2& of
the entity type &V1& to retrieve alll used editions that are valid in
the future. Select these editions and remove them from the hierarchy.
You can then delete the entity.

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 USMD_EDITION_GENERAL030 - Cannot delete; entity &2 (entity type &1) is used in a future edition ?

  The SAP error message USMD_EDITION_GENERAL030 indicates that you are trying to delete an entity (like a business partner, customer, or vendor) that is still being referenced in a future edition of the data model. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when you are managing editions of master data.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the entity you are attempting to delete is linked to a future edition that has not yet been activated or is still in a draft state. SAP MDG maintains different editions of master data, and entities cannot be deleted if they are still referenced in any future editions to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Future Editions: Review the future editions of the master data to see where the entity is being referenced. You can do this by navigating to the relevant MDG application and checking the editions.
  
  
  Remove References: If the entity is referenced in a future edition, you will need to either:
  
  Remove the references to the entity in the future edition.
  Delete or deactivate the future edition if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Activate the Current Edition: If the future edition is not required, consider activating the current edition, which may allow you to delete the entity if it is no longer referenced.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing editions and entities in your version of SAP MDG.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP MDG Editions: Understand how editions work in SAP MDG, including how they are created, activated, and managed.
  Data Integrity: Familiarize yourself with the importance of maintaining data integrity in master data management, especially when dealing with deletions and references.
  Transaction Codes: Learn about relevant transaction codes in SAP MDG that can help you manage editions and entities effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and manage your master data more effectively.