How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN039 - Set type & cannot be deleted; it is already assigned to an object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_ATTRFRG_GEN - Message Class for Generating Attributes and Sets

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Set type & cannot be deleted; it is already assigned to an object

What causes this issue?

Set types can be used in categories and alternative ID types. In both
cases it is not possible to delete a set type. Display the where-used
list to find out whether the set type is being used in a category.
If the set type is not being used in a category it is probably being
used in an alternative ID type.
To find out whether this is the case, use transaction SE16 and enter the
name of the set type in the field <LS>TABLE_NAME</> in table
<LS>COMC_ALTID_FIELD</>.

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?

To delete this set type, delete the assignment to the object first.

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 COM_ATTRFRG_GEN039 - Set type & cannot be deleted; it is already assigned to an object ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN039 indicates that a set type cannot be deleted because it is currently assigned to an object. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when dealing with characteristics and attributes in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a set type that is still in use. This could happen if:
  
  The set type is assigned to a classification object (like a material, equipment, etc.).
  The set type is linked to a characteristic that is being used in a class or another object.
  There are dependencies or references to the set type in other configurations or settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove the assignments or references to the set type before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Identify Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check if the set type is assigned to any classes.
  Check if the set type is linked to any characteristics using transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If the set type is assigned to a class, you will need to remove it from the class before you can delete it.
  If it is linked to a characteristic, you will need to unlink it from the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the set type in other configurations or settings.
  
  
  
  Delete the Set Type:
  
  Once all assignments and dependencies have been removed, you can proceed to delete the set type using transaction COMC (Manage Set Types).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), CT04 (Change Characteristic), and COMC (Manage Set Types).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on classification and set types.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to classes and characteristics in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the set type. If you continue to face issues, consider consulting with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.