How To Fix COM_ATTRFRG_GEN062 - Property cannot be changed as attribute is already used in set types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Property cannot be changed as attribute is already used in set types

What causes this issue?

You want to change a specific property of this attribute. However, this
is not possible because the attribute is already actively used in
<DS:GLOS.7E421A6DA070D311AE680060B03C9BBE>set types</>. As a result,
you can do only the following:
Change the attribute description
Add single values or intervals
It is not possible to change any of the following:
Attribute ID
Data type
Length
Decimal places
It is also not possible to change or delete existing single values or
intervals.

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 COM_ATTRFRG_GEN062 - Property cannot be changed as attribute is already used in set types ?

  The SAP error message COM_ATTRFRG_GEN062 indicates that you are trying to change a property (attribute) of a characteristic that is already being used in set types. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Classification System, where characteristics are defined and used in various contexts, including classes and sets.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to modify a characteristic (e.g., changing its data type, length, or other properties) that is already associated with one or more set types.
  The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and consistency, as altering the characteristic could affect existing data and relationships.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check where the characteristic is being used. You can do this by navigating to the characteristic in the SAP GUI and reviewing its assignments to classes, sets, or other objects.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations:
  
  If you need to change the property of the characteristic, you will first need to remove it from all set types where it is currently used. This may involve:
  
  Deleting or modifying the set types that reference the characteristic.
  Ensuring that no other objects are dependent on the characteristic.
  
  
  
  
  
  Make Changes:
  
  Once the characteristic is no longer in use, you can proceed to change its properties as needed.
  
  
  
  Reassign if Necessary:
  
  After making the changes, you can reassign the characteristic to the set types or classes as required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, ensure to test the functionality to confirm that everything works as expected and that there are no unintended consequences.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like CT04 (to change characteristics) and CL02 (to change classes) to manage characteristics and their properties.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidelines on managing characteristics and set types.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, ensure that any changes are properly transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always back up your data and configurations before making significant changes.
  Document any changes made to characteristics and their usage to maintain clarity for future reference.
  Consider the impact of changes on existing reports, interfaces, and other dependent objects.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the COM_ATTRFRG_GEN062 error and successfully modify the characteristic as needed.