Can Option Types be deleted?

Option Types that are longer needed or applicable can be inactivated as needed - or activated again if they need to be brought back into use. Inactivating an Option Type removes the ability to select it as an option; but leaves the selection in place on existing records.

Inactivating is used rather than deleting to ensure existing records are not impacted; and allows you to reactivate them at any time should they be needed at a later date. Any reports generated will continue to include the inactivated options. Changes to the active status of an Option Type will be effective immediately.

Note: It is not possible to delete an Option Type, only to inactivate them.

For more information on how to inactivate or activate option types, see the System Settings.