How To Fix >0796 - Deletion of &1 &2 in partner &3 is only executed in "Deletion" mode

>0796 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >0 - General Basis texts

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Deletion of &1 &2 in partner &3 is only executed in "Deletion" mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >0796 - Deletion of &1 &2 in partner &3 is only executed in "Deletion" mode ?

  The SAP error message 0796 indicates that there is an issue with the deletion of a specific partner function in a business partner or customer/vendor master record. The message states that the deletion can only be executed in "Deletion" mode, which means that the system is expecting the operation to be performed in a specific context or mode that allows for deletions.
  
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to delete a partner function (like a customer or vendor) without being in the correct deletion mode.
  The system is set to a mode that does not allow deletions, such as display mode or change mode without the appropriate deletion flag.
  There may be restrictions or settings in the configuration that prevent the deletion of certain partner functions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Mode: Ensure that you are in the correct mode for deletion. You should be in "Deletion"