How To Fix WER180 - Deletion is not allowed for system elements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Deletion is not allowed for system elements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER180 - Deletion is not allowed for system elements ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WER180 - Deletion is not allowed for system elements
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete a system element in SAP that is protected and cannot be deleted. System elements are objects that are integral to the SAP system's core functionality or standard configuration, and SAP restricts their deletion to prevent system inconsistencies or damage.
  Examples of system elements include standard roles, profiles, authorization objects, or other SAP-delivered repository objects that are flagged as system elements.
  
  Explanation:
  
  System elements are typically delivered by SAP and are part of the standard system content.
  These elements are protected to maintain system integrity.
  Deleting such elements could lead to system instability or loss of critical functionality.
  Therefore, SAP prevents their deletion and raises the WER180 error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Do not delete system elements:
  
  Since these are protected, the recommended approach is to avoid deleting them.
  
  
  Check if you are trying to delete a standard SAP object:  
  
  If yes, consider whether you can deactivate or modify the object instead of deleting it.
  For example, if it is a role or authorization object, you might create a custom copy and modify/delete that instead.
  
  
  
  Create copies for customization:  
  
  If you need to change a system element, create a copy (e.g., copy a standard role to a custom role) and make your changes on the copy.
  Then delete or modify the custom copy as needed.
  
  
  
  Check object status:  
  
  Use transaction codes like SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools) or SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the object attributes.
  Confirm if the object is flagged as a system element.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes or Support:  
  
  If you believe the deletion should be allowed or if the object is incorrectly flagged, check SAP Notes or open a support ticket.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  PFCG (Role maintenance)  
  SE03 (Transport Organizer Tools)  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary)  
  SU24 (Authorization default values)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Search for WER180 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific notes related to your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Best Practices:  
  
  Avoid deleting SAP standard objects.  
  Use copies for customization.  
  Always transport changes via proper transport requests.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  WER180 indicates an attempt to delete a protected system element.  
  Deletion is blocked to protect system integrity.  
  Solution is to avoid deletion, use copies for customization, or deactivate instead.  
  Check object attributes and SAP documentation for further guidance.
  
  
  If you provide the specific object or context where this error occurs, I can help with more tailored advice.