How To Fix FIPR203 - Attribute &1 is still being used in product &2 version &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPR - Nachrichten für Finanzprodukte

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Attribute &1 is still being used in product &2 version &3

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete an attribute that is still used.

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?

You cannot delete the attribute until it is no longer used in a
product, meaning the traffic-light in every attribute must be red.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIPR203 - Attribute &1 is still being used in product &2 version &3 ?

  The SAP error message FIPR203 indicates that a specific attribute (denoted as &1) is still being used in a product (denoted as &2) for a particular version (denoted as &3). This typically occurs in the context of product data management, particularly when trying to delete or modify an attribute that is still linked to a product.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete or modify an attribute that is currently in use by one or more products. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Trying to delete an attribute that is still assigned to a product version.
  Attempting to change the definition of an attribute that is actively being utilized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Check which products and versions are using the attribute. You can do this by navigating to the product master data and reviewing the attributes assigned to the product.
  
  
  Remove or Reassign: If you need to delete or modify the attribute:
  
  First, remove the attribute from all products that are currently using it. This may involve editing the product data and unassigning the attribute.
  If the attribute is still needed for some products, consider creating a new attribute or modifying the existing one without deleting it.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or links to other objects that might be preventing the deletion or modification of the attribute.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to managing product attributes in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test to ensure that the attribute can now be deleted or modified without triggering the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM02 (Change Material), MM03 (Display Material), or CT04 (Change Characteristic) to manage product attributes.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to product attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.