/IAM/CONFIG137 - Issue type &1 is still in use in issues

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IAM/CONFIG -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Issue type &1 is still in use in issues

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG137 - Issue type &1 is still in use in issues ?

  The SAP error message /IAM/CONFIG137 indicates that a specific issue type (denoted as &1 in the message) is still in use in issues, which means that you cannot delete or modify this issue type because it is currently being referenced or utilized in existing issues.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The issue type you are trying to delete or modify is still linked to one or more existing issues in the system.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of objects that are still in use, which helps maintain the consistency of the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Issues:
  
  Use transaction codes like /IAM/ISSUE or relevant reports to find all issues that are currently using the issue type in question.
  You may need to filter or search for the specific issue type to see where it is being referenced.
  
  
  
  Update or Close Issues:
  
  If the issues are still active and you do not need them, consider closing or resolving them.
  If you need to keep the issues, you may need to change their issue type to another valid type that is not being deleted.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the modification or deletion of the issue type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with for any additional guidance or considerations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue on your own, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for issue management in your SAP system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify or delete issue types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.