Unable to Delete Pick List With Warning: 'The following Set Types: System Set Type - cannot be deleted.'

Published Date: February 10, 2026

Products and Versions Covered: Cloud, Jama Connect® version(s) - 8.31

Summary

This article explains how to resolve issues when attempting to delete pick lists that are returning the error message: 

The following Set Types:

System Set Type - cannot be deleted.

contain this Pick List. Please remove them before deleting.

Resolution

1. Edit the description of the picklist and save it.

2. Delete the picklist as normal.

Additional Resources 

• Success Programs
• Success Catalog
• Datasheets
• Request a Solution Offering or Training from the Success Catalog

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