How To Fix KWUI016 - Attribute &1 is mandatory and cannot be deleted

KWUI016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KWUI - Messages for KW UI Controls and Dialogs

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Attribute &1 is mandatory and cannot be deleted

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KWUI016 - Details

• The SAP error message KWUI016 indicates that a specific attribute (denoted as &1) is mandatory and cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of working with characteristics or attributes in SAP, particularly in modules related to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Variant Configuration (VC), or similar areas where attributes are defined for products or materials.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mandatory Attribute: The attribute you are trying to delete is marked as mandatory in the system. This means that the system requires this attribute to be present for the object (e.g., material, product) to function correctly.
  Data Integrity: The system enforces this rule to maintain data integrity and ensure that all necessary information is available for processing, reporting, or other business functions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Attribute Settings: Check the configuration of the attribute in question. If it is indeed mandatory, consider whether it is necessary to keep it or if you can modify its status.
  Modify Usage: If you