How To Fix MSG_CL_ER247 - Classification &1(&2) is used by Publication Rules and can not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_CL_ER - Message Class for Enterprise Registry

• Message number: 247

• Message text: Classification &1(&2) is used by Publication Rules and can not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_CL_ER247 - Classification &1(&2) is used by Publication Rules and can not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message MSG_CL_ER247 indicates that a classification object (in this case, a class) is being used in publication rules and cannot be deleted. This is a common issue when trying to manage classification data in SAP, particularly in the context of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or similar modules where classification plays a crucial role.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the class you are trying to delete is still being referenced by one or more publication rules. In SAP, publication rules are used to manage how information is published or shared, and if a class is linked to these rules, it cannot be deleted until those links are removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Publication Rules: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CL02 (Change Class) or CL03 (Display Class) to check the details of the class you are trying to delete.
  Look for any publication rules that reference this class. You may need to check the relevant configuration or use specific reports to find these links.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  Once you identify the publication rules that are using the class, you will need to either modify or delete those rules to remove the dependency on the class.
  If you are modifying the rules, ensure that you update them to no longer reference the class.
  
  
  
  Delete the Class:
  
  After ensuring that there are no more references to the class in publication rules, you can attempt to delete the class again using transaction CL02 or CL03.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Dependencies:
  
  If you still encounter issues, check for other dependencies that might be preventing the deletion, such as assignments in other areas of the system (e.g., material master records, BOMs, etc.).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CL01 (Create Class), CL02 (Change Class), CL03 (Display Class), and CL24 (Display Classification Data).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for classification and publication rules for more detailed guidance on managing these objects.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify or delete classification objects and publication rules.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the classification object.