How To Fix UWS_SURVEY003 - Assigned survey found: & & & &. Deletion not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UWS_SURVEY - Messages Package UWS_SURVEY

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Assigned survey found: & & & &. Deletion not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UWS_SURVEY003 - Assigned survey found: & & & &. Deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message UWS_SURVEY003 indicates that a survey assignment cannot be deleted because it is currently in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's survey management functionality, where surveys are assigned to various objects or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Active Assignments: The survey is actively assigned to one or more objects (e.g., projects, tasks, or other entities) within the system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other data that prevent the survey from being deleted.
  Status of the Survey: The survey might be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., published or completed).
  User Permissions: The user attempting to delete the survey may not have the necessary permissions to perform the deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Assignments: Review the assignments of the survey to identify where it is being used. You can do this by navigating to the survey management area in SAP and checking the survey's details.
  Remove Assignments: If the survey is assigned to any objects, you will need to remove those assignments before attempting to delete the survey.
  Change Status: If the survey is in a status that prevents deletion, consider changing its status to a permissible one (if applicable).
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to delete surveys. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required access.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to survey management and deletion processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to survey management (e.g., UWS1 for survey creation, UWS2 for survey assignment).
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.