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3242303 - Is there a way to delete entire dictionary categories ?

Symptom


We have created a large number of dictionary entries through the mass upload / import functionality. Is there a way to mass delete dictionary entries / entire dictionary categories?



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Resolution


Standard dictionary categories cannot be deleted. You can delete a custom category only. Deletion is done via “Setup” > “Define notation / attributes” > Tab “Dictionary”:


Please note that you need to delete all of the attributes used in or linked with this category first.



Keywords

KBA , BPI-SIG-PM-DIC , Dictionary for SAP Signavio Process Manager , How To

Product

SAP Signavio Process Manager all versions ; Signavio Process Manager all versions