How To Fix C1207 - Value & cannot be deleted by report program

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: C1 - Characteristics maintenance messages

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Value & cannot be deleted by report program

What causes this issue?

Value &v1& contains an interval. This report cannot delete a value that
contains an interval.

System Response

Value &v1& was deselected.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message C1207 - Value & cannot be deleted by report program ?

  The SAP error message C1207 ("Value & cannot be deleted by report program") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a value from a table or a configuration that is not allowed to be deleted through a report program. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with customizing settings, master data, or configuration values.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The value you are trying to delete may be linked to other data or configurations, and SAP prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the specified value.
  System Settings: Certain values may be protected from deletion due to system settings or configurations that prevent changes to critical data.
  Usage in Transactions: The value might be in use in existing transactions or records, which prevents its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the value is being used in other configurations or transactions. If it is, you may need to remove those dependencies first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the deletion has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Use Transaction Codes: Instead of using a report program, try using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., SPRO for customizing settings) to delete the value manually.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the value you are trying to delete.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may allow you to manage the data more effectively (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE37 for function modules).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message C1207.
  Data Management Best Practices: Follow best practices for data management in SAP to avoid issues related to data integrity and deletion.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.