How To Fix CRM_UIU_ORGMAN005 - Inherited attributes cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_UIU_ORGMAN - Message class for Service UIU Orgman

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Inherited attributes cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Attribute cannot be deleted for several reasons.

System Response

System cannot delete this attribute value.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the attribute is inherited. If it is inherited, check
whether the inherited values can be maintained locally or not.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_UIU_ORGMAN005 - Inherited attributes cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CRM_UIU_ORGMAN005 indicates that you are trying to delete inherited attributes from an organizational unit in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system. Inherited attributes are those that are passed down from a parent organizational unit to its child units, and they cannot be deleted directly because they are part of the hierarchical structure.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to delete an attribute that is inherited from a parent organizational unit.
  The system enforces the integrity of the organizational structure by preventing the deletion of attributes that are essential for maintaining the relationship between parent and child units.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Inheritance: Verify which attributes are inherited from the parent organizational unit. You can do this by reviewing the organizational structure in the SAP CRM system.
  
  
  Modify Parent Attributes: If you need to change or remove an inherited attribute, you must do so at the parent level. This means you should navigate to the parent organizational unit and make the necessary changes there.
  
  
  Create New Attributes: If you need to have a different attribute for the child organizational unit, consider creating a new attribute specific to that unit instead of trying to delete the inherited one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing organizational units and attributes.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Organizational Management: Understanding how organizational units and their attributes work in SAP CRM is crucial. Familiarize yourself with the concepts of inheritance and how attributes are structured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Training and Resources: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP CRM organizational management to better understand how to manage attributes and organizational structures effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and manage your organizational attributes appropriately.