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Target client is productive and protected against client copy

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This blog post discusses how to keep your target client productive and protected against client copy in SAP. Learn about the different settings and options available to you, and how to choose the right ones for your needs.

Symptom

You are executing SCC5 client delete but getting below error that “Target client is productive and protected against client copy” as shown in below image.

Target client is productive and protected against client copy

Solution

Execute transaction code SCC4. Select the respective client. Ensure below changes are set.

  • Client role is not assigned to Production
  • Automatic recording of changes
  • Changes to Repository and cross-client customizing allowed
  • Protection level 0: no restriction
  • Deselect Locked due client copy under Restrictions
Target client is productive and protected against client copy

Now you can delete the client by transaction SCC5

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