How To Fix SV177 - Data record contains fix value from BC Set and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 177

• Message text: Data record contains fix value from BC Set and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have flagged a data record for deletion which contains at least one
field which is flagged as fix by a BC Set activation. You can only
delete this data record after you have released the BC Set fix values
in the 'BC Set: Change Field Value' menu.

System Response

The affected data records are not deleted. Any other data records
flagged for deletion are deleted.

How to fix this error?

To delete the locked data records, choose 'Edit' -> 'BC Set' -> 'BC
Set: Change Field Value'.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV177 - Data record contains fix value from BC Set and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SV177 indicates that a data record contains a fixed value from a Business Configuration Set (BC Set) and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a configuration that is part of a BC Set, which is designed to maintain certain settings in a fixed state to ensure system integrity.
  Cause:
  
  Fixed Values in BC Set: The data record you are trying to delete is part of a BC Set that has fixed values. BC Sets are used to transport configuration settings between systems and ensure that certain configurations remain unchanged.
  System Integrity: The system prevents the deletion of these records to maintain the integrity of the configuration and avoid inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check BC Set Assignment: Determine if the data record is indeed part of a BC Set. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Modify BC Set: If you need to change or delete the record, you may need to modify the BC Set itself. This can involve:
  
  Unassigning the Record: If possible, unassign the record from the BC Set.
  Changing the BC Set: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can change the BC Set to allow for modifications.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation related to the specific BC Set to understand its purpose and the implications of modifying it.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the changes could impact your system, consider reaching out to SAP support for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BC Sets: Business Configuration Sets are used in SAP to transport and manage configuration settings. They can contain fixed values that are critical for system operations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (to access the SAP Reference IMG) and SIMG (to manage BC Sets).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to BC Sets and configuration settings.
  
  Best Practices:
  
  Always back up your configuration settings before making changes.
  Test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  Document any changes made to BC Sets for future reference and auditing purposes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the SV177 error and manage your SAP configuration settings effectively.