How To Fix CUMTX231 - Characteristic & in function & cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CUMTX - Variant Configuration - Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 231

• Message text: Characteristic & in function & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V1& in table &V2& is used in dependencies during the
period &V3& - &V4&. Therefore, you cannot delete this characteristic.

System Response

The system checks whether the characteristic is in use and, if it is,
prevents you from deleting the characteristic.

How to fix this error?

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

Do you want to see where the characteristic is used?
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CUMTX231 - Characteristic & in function & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CUMTX231 indicates that a characteristic cannot be deleted in a specific function or context. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with characteristics in the classification system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Usage in Objects: The characteristic you are trying to delete is still being used in one or more objects, such as classes, characteristics, or configuration profiles. If a characteristic is assigned to a class or is part of a configuration profile, it cannot be deleted until it is removed from those objects.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that prevent the deletion of the characteristic.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the characteristic.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CT04 (Change Characteristic) to check where the characteristic is being used.
  Look for any classes, characteristics, or configuration profiles that reference the characteristic you want to delete.
  
  
  
  Remove References: 
  
  If the characteristic is used in a class, remove it from the class.
  If it is part of a configuration profile, ensure it is removed from there as well.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or links to other objects that would prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the characteristic. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  Use transaction CT04 to attempt to delete the characteristic after ensuring it is no longer in use.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CL01 / CL02 / CL03 for Class Management
  CT04 for Characteristic Management
  CU01 / CU02 for Configuration Profile Management
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Variant Configuration and Classification to understand the relationships and dependencies between characteristics, classes, and configuration profiles.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.