How To Fix CZ147 - Deletion is not possible because entries in table TVSTZ are referenced

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Deletion is not possible because entries in table TVSTZ are referenced

What causes this issue?

The assignment cannot be canceled because the shipping point for
this plant is referenced in table TVSTZ.

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?

Delete all references of the dispatch location to this
plant in table TVSTZ. Then call the program again.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ147 - Deletion is not possible because entries in table TVSTZ are referenced ?

  The SAP error message CZ147 indicates that a deletion operation cannot be performed because there are entries in the table TVSTZ that are being referenced. This typically occurs in the context of managing variant configuration or when dealing with specific settings in the SAP system that are linked to the entries in the TVSTZ table.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a configuration or variant that is still being referenced by other objects or entries in the system. The TVSTZ table is used to store information related to variant configuration, and if there are dependencies or references to the entries you are trying to delete, the system will prevent the deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References: Check which entries in the TVSTZ table are referencing the object you are trying to delete. You can do this by querying the TVSTZ table to find any related entries.
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: Once you identify the references, you will need to either delete or modify those entries that are preventing the deletion. This may involve:
  
  Deleting dependent configurations or variants.
  Modifying the references to point to a different configuration or variant.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Objects: Ensure that there are no other related objects (like classes, characteristics, or other configurations) that are still linked to the entry you want to delete.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the structure of the TVSTZ table and SE16 (Data Browser) to view the data within the table.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting certain entries, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Test in Development: If possible, perform the deletion in a development or test environment first to ensure that it does not cause any unintended issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table TVSTZ: This table is part of the variant configuration in SAP and is used to store information about the configuration of products.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of objects that are still in use, which is a common practice in relational databases.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CU01 (Create Configuration Profile), CU02 (Change Configuration Profile), and CU03 (Display Configuration Profile) for managing variant configurations.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.