How To Fix PO216 - Character set manufacturer & is already in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 216

• Message text: Character set manufacturer & is already in use

What causes this issue?

This character set manufacturer cannot be deleted because it is used in
other tables.

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?

To delete the character set manufacturer, proceed as follows:
-- Press F3 to return to the list of character set manufacturers.
-- From the list, call the delete function again. You will see a list
of tables, in which the character set manufacturer is used.
-- You must delete the character set manufacturer from these tables
before you can delete it from the list of character set
manufacturers.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO216 - Character set manufacturer & is already in use ?

  The SAP error message PO216, which states "Character set manufacturer & is already in use," typically occurs when there is an attempt to create or modify a character set that is already in use by another object in the SAP system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with character sets in the context of data conversion, encoding, or when defining new character sets for specific applications.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Character Set: The character set you are trying to create or modify is already defined in the system.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the system believing that the character set is already in use.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured in a way that restricts the creation of new character sets or modifications to existing ones.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Character Sets: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) to check if the character set already exists.
  Look for the character set in the relevant tables (e.g., TSP01 for character sets).
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Character Set:
  
  If the character set is indeed in use and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing character set instead of creating a new one.
  If the character set is not needed, you may delete it if it is not linked to any active objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to character sets to ensure you are following the correct procedures for creating or modifying them.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: 
  
  Ensure that no other objects (like programs, forms, or data elements) are dependent on the character set you are trying to modify.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE78, and SE80 for managing data dictionary objects and character sets.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to character sets and error PO216 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PO216 error and implement a solution to resolve it.