How To Fix TI016 - Field selection screen & cannot be deleted!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TI - Treasury: General Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Field selection screen & cannot be deleted!

What causes this issue?

Field selection string <zh>&v1&</> cannot be deleted as it is still
being used in dependent views.

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?

Check the <zh>Where-used list</> in order to establish which views the
field selection string is used in. Firstly, delete these assignments in
the views.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TI016 - Field selection screen & cannot be deleted! ?

  The SAP error message TI016 ("Field selection screen & cannot be deleted!") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a field selection screen that is either in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. This error is common in the context of customizing field selection screens in SAP, particularly in modules like FI (Financial Accounting) or MM (Materials Management).
  Cause:
  
  In Use: The field selection screen you are trying to delete is currently being used in one or more configurations or transactions.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the field selection screen from other objects, such as programs, reports, or other configurations.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the field selection screen.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the field selection screen, check if it is being used in any configuration. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the field selection settings.
  Using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to see if the field selection screen is referenced in any tables or structures.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If the field selection screen is being referenced elsewhere, you will need to remove those references before you can delete it. This may involve:
  
  Modifying or deleting configurations that use the field selection screen.
  Checking for any related programs or reports that might be using it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete field selection screens. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  Alternative Actions: If you cannot delete the field selection screen due to its usage, consider:
  
  Modifying the field selection screen instead of deleting it.
  Marking it as inactive if the system allows for such an option.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SPRO (Customizing Implementation Guide)
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)
  SE80 (Object Navigator)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on field selection screens and their configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to the TI016 error.
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.