How To Fix VELO179 - Valuation type cannot be deleted

VELO179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VELO - Vehicle Management System

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Valuation type cannot be deleted

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VELO179 - Details

• The SAP error message VELO179, which states "Valuation type cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a valuation type that is still in use or has dependencies within the system. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The valuation type is currently being used in various transactions, such as inventory management, material valuation, or other related processes.
  Dependencies: There may be existing master data (like materials or batches) that reference the valuation type, preventing its deletion.
  Configuration Settings: The valuation type might be part of a configuration that is still active or has not been fully deactivated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display Material) to check if any materials are assigned to the valuation type.
  Review any related documents or transactions that might be using the valuation type.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the valuation type is linked to materials, you may need to change the material