How To Fix CC236 - Deletion impossible (variant table exists)

CC236 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Deletion impossible (variant table exists)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC236 - Deletion impossible (variant table exists) ?

  The SAP error message CC236 "Deletion impossible (variant table exists)" typically occurs when you attempt to delete a variant or a configuration that is still being referenced by a variant table. This means that there are still entries in the variant table that are linked to the variant you are trying to delete.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Variants: The variant you are trying to delete is still being used in one or more variant tables.
  Dependencies: There are dependencies or references that prevent the deletion of the variant.
  Configuration Settings: The system is designed to prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Variants:
  
  Go to the transaction code where the variant is used (e.g., SE38 for ABAP programs).
  Check if the variant is still being used in any reports or transactions.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify References:
  
  If you find that the variant is still in use, you will need to either delete