diff --git a/documentation/ref-manual/variables.rst b/documentation/ref-manual/variables.rst
index 45073d8a0..9e0c5b083 100644
--- a/documentation/ref-manual/variables.rst
+++ b/documentation/ref-manual/variables.rst
@@ -300,9 +300,6 @@ system and gives an overview of their function and contents.
       variable), the OpenEmbedded build system ignores your request and
       will install the packages to avoid dependency errors.

-      This variable is supported only when using the IPK and RPM
-      packaging backends. DEB is not supported.
-
       See the :term:`NO_RECOMMENDATIONS` and the
       :term:`PACKAGE_EXCLUDE` variables for related
       information.