---
title: Delete a capability from the hierarchy
description: Delete a capability that you no longer require.
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topic_type: task
last_updated: "2026-03-12"
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breadcrumb: [Working with the business portfolio module, Managing Enterprise Architecture Workspace, Enterprise Architecture Workspace, Enterprise Architecture]
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# Delete a capability from the hierarchy

Delete a capability that you no longer require.

## Before you begin

Role required: admin

## Procedure

1.  Navigate to **Workspaces** > **Enterprise Architecture Workspace**.

2.  Open the Business Capability Hierarchy page by clicking the Business Portfolio icon \(\[Omitted image "business-portfolio-icon.png"\] Alt text: Business Portfolio icon\).

3.  Right-click the hierarchy ID of a capability that you want delete, then select **Delete**

4.  Confirm the deletion.


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