How To Fix KK342 - Characteristic cannot be deleted

KK342 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KK -

• Message number: 342

• Message text: Characteristic cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to delete the assignment of costing characteristic
&V2& for costing model &V1&. This is not possible because the
characteristic is used in the derivation rules (template) and at least
one cost estimate for the costing model exists.

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 can see which cost estimates use this model by using report program
<DS:REPO.CKECP_DISP_CM_USAGE>Cost Estimates for Costing Model</> &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KK342 - Characteristic cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message KK342, which states "Characteristic cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you attempt to delete a characteristic that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information regarding this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Dependencies: The characteristic you are trying to delete is still being used in various configurations, such as in reports, planning layouts, or other master data.
  Assigned Objects: The characteristic may be assigned to various objects like cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity, and deleting a characteristic that is still referenced can lead to inconsistencies in the data model.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the characteristic, check where it is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the characteristic in the relevant master data or configuration settings.
  Using transaction codes like KKS1 (for cost center planning)