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# 520050: Trait or trait group is protected

Log Type: TWILIO

Log Level: ERROR

## Description

The targeted trait or trait group is system-protected and cannot be modified or deleted.

### Possible causes

* The request attempts to delete a protected trait or a protected trait group.

### Possible solutions

* Leave protected traits and trait groups in place.
* Create new traits or trait groups for custom behavior.