How To Fix WRF_CHAR_VAL015 - Deletion not possible; &1 is still being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_CHAR_VAL - Messages for Package WRF_CHARACTERISTIC_VALUE_GRP

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Deletion not possible; &1 is still being used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_CHAR_VAL015 - Deletion not possible; &1 is still being used ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_CHAR_VAL015: Deletion not possible; &1 is still being used
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete an object (such as a characteristic, value, or classification object) in SAP, but the system detects that this object is still being referenced or used somewhere else in the system. The placeholder &1 in the message is replaced by the name or identifier of the object that is still in use.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Trying to delete a characteristic or characteristic value that is still assigned to InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or InfoSets.
  Attempting to delete a classification characteristic or value that is still assigned to materials or other master data.
  Deleting a value that is still used in a variant, selection condition, or filter.
  The object is still linked to transactional data or master data records.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Identify where the object is used:
  
  Check all assignments and references of the object.
  Use transaction codes or tools to find dependencies:
  
  For characteristics and values in SAP BW: Use transaction RSDCUBE or RSA1 to check InfoObjects and InfoProviders.
  For classification characteristics: Use transaction CL20N or CL30N to check assigned objects.
  For material master classifications: Use MM03 to check if the characteristic/value is assigned.
  
  
  Use the SAP standard where-used list or dependency analysis tools.
  
  
  
  Remove or reassign dependencies:
  
  Remove the characteristic or value from all InfoObjects, InfoProviders, or classifications.
  Delete or modify any variants, filters, or selection conditions that use the object.
  Ensure no transactional or master data records are using the characteristic or value.
  
  
  
  Check for locked or inconsistent data:
  
  Sometimes, inconsistencies or locks can cause the system to think the object is still in use.
  Run consistency checks or unlock objects if necessary.
  
  
  
  Retry deletion:
  
  After all references are removed, try deleting the object again.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSA1 – BW Modeling: Check InfoObjects and their assignments.
  RSDCUBE – InfoCube maintenance.
  CL20N / CL30N – Classification data maintenance.
  MM03 – Material master display (to check classification).
  SE16 / SE16N – Table browser to check tables like TOBJ (object assignments), KLAH (class header), KSSK (characteristic values), etc.
  
  
  
  Tables to check:
  
  TOBJ – Object assignments.
  KSSK – Characteristic values.
  KLAH – Class header.
  INOB – InfoObject master data.
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Always perform deletions in a test or development environment first.
  Ensure you have proper authorizations to delete objects.
  Back up data or transport requests before deletion.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact object name or context (e.g., characteristic, value, classification), I can help you with more specific steps.
  
  Summary:
  
  The error WRF_CHAR_VAL015 means you cannot delete an object because it is still in use somewhere. To fix it, find all references to the object, remove or reassign them, and then delete the object.
  
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