How To Fix AFX_GLOBAL139 - Error making deletions in table &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFX_GLOBAL - Global Messages (Usable in All AFX Objects)

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Error making deletions in table &1 &2 &3 &4

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when deleting one or more table entries; this was
reported by the database system.

System Response

The system will not delete one or more table entries.
The system may have written a short dump.

How to fix this error?

Find out whether the short dump gives you more information.
You can view short dumps using transaction <DS:TRAN.SM21>SM21</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL139 - Error making deletions in table &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message AFX_GLOBAL139 typically indicates an issue related to the deletion of entries in a specific table. This error can occur in various contexts, such as during data archiving, data deletion processes, or when trying to remove entries from a database table.
  Cause:
  The error message AFX_GLOBAL139 can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints that prevent the deletion of records in the specified table. If there are dependent records in other tables, the system will not allow the deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation on the specified table.
  
  
  Data Locking: The records you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process, preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the database connection.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AFX_GLOBAL139 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Constraints: Review the database schema to identify any foreign key constraints that may be preventing the deletion. You may need to delete dependent records first or adjust the constraints.
  
  
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete records from the specified table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 (to check for locks) to see if the records are locked by another user or process. If they are, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has the lock.
  
  
  Review Logs and Traces: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) or system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect a technical issue, consider running database consistency checks or consulting with your database administrator to ensure that the database is functioning correctly.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE14 (Database Utility), and SE37 (Function Module) for further investigation.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to data deletion and archiving processes for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.