How To Fix SMI_GENERAL174 - Searchterm &1 cannot be deleted as it is assigned to &2 SearchGroup(s).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMI_GENERAL -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Searchterm &1 cannot be deleted as it is assigned to &2 SearchGroup(s).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMI_GENERAL174 - Searchterm &1 cannot be deleted as it is assigned to &2 SearchGroup(s). ?

  The SAP error message SMI_GENERAL174 indicates that a search term (represented by &1) cannot be deleted because it is currently assigned to one or more search groups (represented by &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Search and Classification (TREX) or similar functionalities where search terms are used to categorize or index data.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the search term you are trying to delete is still in use. Specifically, it is linked to one or more search groups, which means that the system is preventing the deletion to maintain data integrity and ensure that the search functionality remains intact.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Search Groups: Determine which search groups the search term is assigned to. You can usually find this information in the SAP interface where you manage search terms and groups.
  
  
  Remove the Assignment: Before you can delete the search term, you need to remove its assignment from the search groups. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction for managing search terms and groups (e.g., transaction SAC or SAC1).
  Locate the search term in question.
  Edit the search groups to which the term is assigned and remove the term from these groups.
  
  
  
  Delete the Search Term: Once the search term is no longer assigned to any search groups, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: If the search term is still not deletable, ensure that there are no other dependencies or references to the term in other configurations or settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SAC (Search and Classification) for managing search terms and groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Search and Classification for more detailed instructions on managing search terms and groups.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify search terms and groups in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SMI_GENERAL174 error and successfully delete the search term.