How To Fix 26463 - Deletion not possible. Document Description is a required field.


26463 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 26 - Dokumentenverwaltung

  • Message number: 463

  • Message text: Deletion not possible. Document Description is a required field.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 26463 - Deletion not possible. Document Description is a required field. ?
    The SAP error message 26463, which states "Deletion not possible. Document Description is a required field," typically occurs when you are trying to delete a document or an entry in SAP that has a mandatory field (in this case, the Document Description) that is not filled out or is missing.
    
    Cause: Missing Document Description: The primary cause of this error is that the Document Description field is required for the document you are trying to delete, and it has not been filled in. Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require certain fields to be filled out before allowing deletion. Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules that prevent deletion of records that do not meet certain criteria.
    Solution: Check Document Description: Before attempting to delete the document, ensure that the Document Description field is filled out. If it is empty, you may need to update the document to include a description. Update the Document:

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