How To Fix K6412 - Attribute &1 can not be deleted (characteristic &2 references char. &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K6 - EC-EIS/EC-BP data basis: Data entry and collection

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Attribute &1 can not be deleted (characteristic &2 references char. &3)

What causes this issue?

Characteristic &V2& refers to characteristic &V3&.

System Response

Only multilevel attributes can be processed. &V1& is a direct
(single-level) attribute and can, therefore, not be deleted.

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.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K6412 - Attribute &1 can not be deleted (characteristic &2 references char. &3) ?

  The SAP error message K6412 indicates that you are trying to delete a characteristic (attribute) that is still being referenced by another characteristic. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system or when dealing with characteristics in the context of a material master or other master data.
  Cause:
  The error message K6412 is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to delete a characteristic (attribute) that is still linked to another characteristic.
  The characteristic you are trying to delete is being used in a dependency or is part of a hierarchy that prevents its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: 
  
  Check which characteristic is referencing the one you are trying to delete. The error message provides the names of the characteristics involved (e.g., &1, &2, &3).
  Use transaction codes like CT04 (for characteristics) or CT05 (for classes) to investigate the relationships.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Before deleting the characteristic, you need to remove any references to it. This may involve:
  
  Editing the dependent characteristic to remove the reference.
  Deleting or modifying any classes or objects that use the characteristic.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Characteristic:
  
  Once all references are removed, you can proceed to delete the characteristic without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or links that might prevent the deletion. This may include checking for usage in BOMs (Bill of Materials), routings, or other master data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CT04 - Create/Change Characteristic
  CT05 - Create/Change Class
  CL02 - Change Class
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to characteristics and classes for more detailed guidance on managing dependencies.
  Testing: After making changes, test to ensure that the deletion does not affect other areas of your SAP system.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and setup.