How To Fix CM_VAI032 - Delete not possible; data in value assignment instance is inherited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_VAI - EHS-BAS: Table-Based Value Assignment

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Delete not possible; data in value assignment instance is inherited

What causes this issue?

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?

If the inheritance relationship allows, carry out one of the following
procedures:
Overwrite the inherited value assignment instance.
Delete the inheritance relationship and then delete the value assignment
instance.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_VAI032 - Delete not possible; data in value assignment instance is inherited ?

  The SAP error message CM_VAI032 indicates that a deletion operation is not possible because the data in the value assignment instance is inherited. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification and variant configuration, where certain characteristics or values are inherited from a higher-level object or class.
  Cause:
  
  Inheritance of Data: The value assignment instance you are trying to delete is linked to a higher-level object (like a class or a super class) from which it inherits certain characteristics or values. This means that the data is not standalone and is dependent on the parent object.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting inherited data does not lead to inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Inheritance: Review the value assignment instance to understand what data is inherited and from which parent object. You may need to modify or delete the parent object or its characteristics instead.
  
  
  Remove Inheritance: If applicable, you can remove the inheritance relationship. This may involve changing the configuration of the object or the characteristics so that the value assignment instance is no longer dependent on the parent.
  
  
  Adjust Data: If you need to delete the value assignment instance, you may need to first adjust or delete the data in the parent object or any related objects that are causing the inheritance.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling value assignment instances and inheritance in your particular SAP module (e.g., SAP PLM, SAP Variant Configuration).
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to classification and variant configuration, such as CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), or CU01 (Create Configuration Profile).
  Data Model Understanding: Understanding the data model and relationships in your SAP system can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the CM_VAI032 error and proceed with your data management tasks in SAP.