How To Fix 5W109 - Object was not been deleted.

5W109 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Object was not been deleted.

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5W109 - Details

• The SAP error message 5W109, which states "Object was not deleted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete an object (such as a material, vendor, or other master data) that is still being referenced or is in use by other objects in the system. This can happen in various modules, including Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), and others.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete is linked to other objects. For example, a material may have existing purchase orders, sales orders, or stock that prevents its deletion.
  Status: The object may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, a vendor might be marked as "blocked" or "inactive."
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the object.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom validations or enhancements in place that prevent deletion under certain conditions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction codes like MM03 (Display