Go to Menu->Tools->Options...
Choose the tab SQL Server Object Explorer -> Scripting
I'm not sure if it can be removed, but you can search through the available options. I don't have SSMS 17.2 to be sure.
I had a look before replying, however, I couldn't see an option to disable. Only to enforce to target version.
Thom~
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