How To Fix C1069 - Delete the allowed values first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 069

• Message text: Delete the allowed values first

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a check table, check report, or reference to a table
field to check values assigned to characteristic &V1&.
However, allowed values are also maintained in the characteristic.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

First delete the allowed values, then enter the check table, check
report, or reference to a table field again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1069 - Delete the allowed values first ?

  The SAP error message C1069, "Delete the allowed values first," typically occurs when you are trying to delete or modify a characteristic in the SAP system that has dependent allowed values or value assignments. This is common in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics in the classification system.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the characteristic you are attempting to delete or modify has allowed values (or value assignments) that are still in use. SAP requires that all allowed values associated with a characteristic be deleted before the characteristic itself can be deleted or modified.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Allowed Values: 
  
  Go to the transaction code CT04 (for characteristics) or CT05 (for allowed values).
  Find the characteristic that is causing the error and check its allowed values.
  
  
  
  Delete Allowed Values:
  
  In the allowed values screen, delete all the allowed values associated with the characteristic.
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to these allowed values in other objects (like classes or materials).
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that the characteristic is not being used in any classes, materials, or other configurations. If it is, you may need to remove those dependencies first.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify the Characteristic:
  
  Once all allowed values are deleted, you can proceed to delete or modify the characteristic as needed.
  
  
  
  Transport Changes: 
  
  If you are working in a development environment, remember to transport your changes to the quality or production environment as necessary.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04: Create/Change Characteristic
  CT05: Create/Change Allowed Values
  CL02: Change Class (to check if the characteristic is used in any class)
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on characteristics and allowed values in the context of classification and variant configuration.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always back up your data before making deletions.
  Document changes for future reference and to maintain system integrity.
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.