How To Fix SIC_NORM_CONFIG041 - Normalization type(s) in use; cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SIC_NORM_CONFIG - Message for Configurtion of Normalization Service

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Normalization type(s) in use; cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SIC_NORM_CONFIG041 - Normalization type(s) in use; cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SIC_NORM_CONFIG041 indicates that you are trying to delete a normalization type that is currently in use. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's text normalization functionality, which is often used in search and indexing scenarios.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You attempt to delete a normalization type that is still being referenced by one or more objects in the system.
  The normalization type is actively used in configurations, such as in search or indexing settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage: Determine where the normalization type is being used. You can check:
  
  Search configurations
  Indexing settings
  Any other related configurations that might reference the normalization type.
  
  
  
  Remove References: Before you can delete the normalization type, you need to remove all references to it. This may involve:
  
  Modifying or deleting the configurations that are using the normalization type.
  Updating any search or indexing settings that reference the normalization type.
  
  
  
  Delete Normalization Type: Once all references have been removed, you can attempt to delete the normalization type again.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: If you are unsure about where the normalization type is being used, you can use transaction codes like SICF (for checking the configuration of the normalization types) or SICN (for normalization types) to get more insights.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Normalization Types: These are used to standardize text data for better search and indexing performance. They can include various rules for handling text, such as stemming, case normalization, etc.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like:
  
  SICN: To manage normalization types.
  SICF: To manage the configuration of normalization types.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on normalization types and their configurations.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical team for further assistance, as they may have access to more detailed logs and system configurations.