How To Fix FSH_MSG_CL_SEASONS196 - Cannot delete collection &1 of season &2; subnode exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSH_MSG_CL_SEASONS - Season Maintenance Messages Class

• Message number: 196

• Message text: Cannot delete collection &1 of season &2; subnode exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSH_MSG_CL_SEASONS196 - Cannot delete collection &1 of season &2; subnode exists ?

  The SAP error message FSH_MSG_CL_SEASONS196 indicates that you are trying to delete a collection in the context of seasons, but the deletion cannot be completed because there are subnodes (or child nodes) associated with that collection. This is a common issue in SAP Fashion Management (FMS) or similar modules where hierarchical data structures are used.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The collection you are attempting to delete has one or more subnodes (e.g., styles, articles, or other collections) that are dependent on it.
  SAP enforces referential integrity, meaning you cannot delete a parent node (the collection) if there are existing child nodes (subnodes) linked to it.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Subnodes: Check which subnodes are associated with the collection you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the collection in the SAP GUI and reviewing its details.
  
  
  Delete or Reassign Subnodes: 
  
  If the subnodes are no longer needed, delete them first. Make sure to check if they are used elsewhere before deletion.
  If the subnodes are still required, consider reassigning them to another collection or season.
  
  
  
  Delete the Collection: Once all subnodes have been removed or reassigned, you should be able to delete the collection without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the collection that might prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP Fashion Management, such as FSE1 for managing collections and seasons.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Fashion Management for detailed instructions on managing collections and seasons.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete collections and their associated subnodes.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.