How To Fix CL631 - This indicator cannot be deleted

CL631 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CL - Classification

• Message number: 631

• Message text: This indicator cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete an indicator that controls block selection in class
maintenance. However, in one class type for the object, the indicator
is still set.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

First delete the indicator in the class types for the object.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CL631 - This indicator cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CL631 ("This indicator cannot be deleted") typically occurs in the context of classification in SAP, particularly when dealing with class indicators or characteristics in the classification system. This error indicates that the system is preventing the deletion of a specific indicator because it is still in use or has dependencies that need to be resolved first.
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The indicator you are trying to delete is currently being used in one or more classes or objects. SAP does not allow the deletion of indicators that are actively linked to other data.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other classification objects that prevent the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the indicator, leading to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the indicator, check if it is being used in any classes or objects. You can do this by:
  
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