How to Remove an Occurrence Type in Qualiex?
In some cases, an occurrence type previously registered in the Occurrences module may no longer be suitable due to process updates or adjustments.
In these situations, it is possible to remove that type.
In these situations, it is possible to remove that type.
ATTENTION:
The recommended action is to deactivate the type instead of removing it, since deleted information cannot be restored.
The recommended action is to deactivate the type instead of removing it, since deleted information cannot be restored.
1. Access the Module
Click here to learn how to access the Occurrences module in Qualiex.
Click the “Types” tab, then right‑click the type you want to remove, or open the context menu
and select “Remove.”
To remove a type, you must have the Manage types, categories, and cause classifications permission, defined under Configurations > Roles and Permissions.
Click here to learn how to configure this permission for the Occurrences module.

When selecting the “Remove” option, a window will open in which you must confirm the removal of the type, acknowledging the message that the type cannot be recovered.
To proceed with the removal, click
, or click Cancel if you decide not to continue.

After clicking “Remove Type,” it will no longer be displayed on the screen, it will no longer be found in the system, and a confirmation message will appear:

3. It is not possible to remove types that are already in use
You cannot remove types that are linked to existing occurrences.
For types that are already in use, use the “Inactivate” option instead.
Click here to learn how to deactivate and activate an occurrence type.

See Also:
- How to access the Qualiex Occurrences module?
- Types and Categories of occurrences in Qualiex: what they are and what they are used for
- How to register a type?
- How to edit a type?
- How to duplicate a type?
- How to deactivate and activate an Occurrence Type in Qualiex?