/INCMD/MSG212 - Cannot delete chain &1 as it is part of inc. group &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Cannot delete chain &1 as it is part of inc. group &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG212 - Cannot delete chain &1 as it is part of inc. group &2 ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG212 Cannot delete chain &1 as it is part of inc. group &2 indicates that you are trying to delete a chain (a sequence of jobs or processes) that is currently part of an inclusion group. Inclusion groups are used in SAP to manage and organize job chains, and they prevent the deletion of chains that are still in use.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The chain you are attempting to delete is still associated with an inclusion group.
  SAP enforces this restriction to maintain the integrity of job scheduling and execution.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Inclusion Group: Determine which inclusion group the chain is part of. The error message provides the name of the inclusion group (&2).
  
  
  Remove the Chain from the Inclusion Group:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code related to managing inclusion groups (usually SM37 for job monitoring or SM36 for job scheduling).
  Find the inclusion group (&2) and check its contents.
  Remove the chain (&1) from the inclusion group.
  
  
  
  Delete the Chain: Once the chain has been removed from the inclusion group, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the chain in other jobs or processes before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM37 - Job Monitoring
  SM36 - Define Job
  SM21 - System Log
  SM12 - Lock Entries
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on job scheduling and inclusion groups.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete job chains and inclusion groups.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or system administrator for further assistance.