How To Fix CM_SUB_DATA038 - Deleting inherited identifiers is not permitted

CM_SUB_DATA038 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_SUB_DATA - Substance Data (Header, ID, Reference, Materials)

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Deleting inherited identifiers is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete an identifier that is inherited from another
specification. This is not permitted.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA038 - Deleting inherited identifiers is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message CM_SUB_DATA038 ("Deleting inherited identifiers is not permitted") typically occurs in the context of managing classification data in SAP, particularly when dealing with characteristics and their values in the classification system.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to delete a characteristic or identifier that is inherited from a higher-level object or class. In SAP's classification system, certain characteristics can be inherited from parent classes or objects, and the system prevents the deletion of these inherited identifiers to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inheritance: Verify if the characteristic you are trying to delete is indeed inherited from a parent class or object. You can do this by checking the classification hierarchy.
  
  
  Modify Instead of Delete: If you need to change the characteristic, consider modifying its attributes or values instead of deleting it. This way, you can achieve your goal without violating