How To Fix 62551 - The record to be deleted is not in the record history

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 551

• Message text: The record to be deleted is not in the record history

What causes this issue?

An attempt has been made to delete a record belonging to the status
history. However this record does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

A program error has possibly occcurred. Inform your system
administrator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62551 - The record to be deleted is not in the record history ?

  The SAP error message 62551, "The record to be deleted is not in the record history," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a record that does not exist in the system's history or has already been deleted. This error is often encountered in modules that deal with master data, such as Material Management (MM) or Customer Relationship Management (CRM).
  Causes:
  
  Record Already Deleted: The record you are trying to delete may have already been removed from the system.
  Incorrect Record Reference: The record ID or reference you are using to delete may be incorrect or does not match any existing records in the history.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization that prevent the system from recognizing the record.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the record, leading to confusion about the record's existence.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Record Existence: Check the database or the relevant transaction to confirm whether the record you are trying to delete actually exists. Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to look up the record.
  Check Deletion Logs: If the record was previously deleted, check the deletion logs or history to confirm its status.
  Correct Record Reference: Ensure that you are using the correct record ID or reference number when attempting to delete the record.
  Review Authorizations: Make sure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: If you suspect data consistency issues, consider running consistency checks or using transaction codes like SM21 (System Log) or ST22 (Dump Analysis) to identify any underlying problems.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage records, such as:
  
  SE16 / SE11: Data Browser
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.