How To Fix WRF_APC225 - Characteristic &1 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_APC - Messages for Operational Assortment Planning and Control

• Message number: 225

• Message text: Characteristic &1 could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

You are trying to delete a characteristic that belongs to released
article &V1&

System Response

The deletion is aborted

How to fix this error?

Undo the release of the item and the article and try again

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_APC225 - Characteristic &1 could not be deleted ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_APC225 Characteristic &1 could not be deleted
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete a characteristic in SAP (usually in the context of Classification or Variant Configuration), but the system prevents the deletion because the characteristic is still in use or referenced somewhere in the system. Common reasons include:
  
  The characteristic is assigned to a class.
  The characteristic is used in a variant configuration model.
  The characteristic is referenced in dependencies, formulas, or constraints.
  The characteristic is part of a classification object or linked to master data.
  The characteristic is used in a configuration profile or variant.
  
  SAP prevents deletion to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check where the characteristic is used:
  
  Use transaction CL20N (Display Object Dependencies) or CL30N (Where-Used List for Characteristics) to find all objects (classes, dependencies, configurations) that reference the characteristic.
  Alternatively, use SE16N on tables like KSSK (Characteristic-Class assignment) or INOB (Object dependencies) to find references.
  
  
  
  Remove or reassign the characteristic:
  
  If the characteristic is assigned to a class, remove it from the class using transaction CL02 (Change Class).
  If it is used in variant configuration, remove it from the configuration profile or model.
  Delete or adjust any dependencies, formulas, or constraints that reference the characteristic.
  
  
  
  Check for master data usage:
  
  Ensure that no material master or other master data records are using the characteristic values.
  
  
  
  After all references are removed:
  
  Try deleting the characteristic again using transaction CT04 (Change Characteristic).
  
  
  
  If deletion is still not possible:
  
  Check for any locks or inconsistencies.
  Run consistency checks or consult SAP Notes for specific issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  CT04 – Change Characteristic
  CL02 – Change Class
  CL20N – Display Object Dependencies
  CL30N – Where-Used List for Characteristics
  
  
  
  Tables:
  
  KSSK – Characteristic-Class assignment
  INOB – Object dependencies
  CABN – Characteristics
  CAWN – Characteristic values
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to characteristic deletion issues, e.g., SAP Note 1234567 (example number) for known bugs or patches.
  
  
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Always perform deletions in a test or development environment first.
  Backup relevant data before deletion.
  Coordinate with functional teams to ensure no business processes are impacted.
  
  
  
  
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