Navigate to: Merchandise > Category > “Delete Link” Action
Steps to Delete a Category
1. Hover on "Merchandise", from the top menu bar in admin.
2. Choose the sub menu "Category" under the Merchandise menu.
3. A list of categories will be displayed.
4. Click on the "Delete" link. A pop up will appear with a message.
5. Click on the Ok button.
6. Category will be deleted.
Note: Categories which are assigned/associated to any product cannot be deleted. To delete the category, unassign category from the product.