How To Fix /AIF/API_CUST020 - Failed to delete the recipients from the database

/AIF/API_CUST020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/API_CUST -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Failed to delete the recipients from the database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/API_CUST020 - Failed to delete the recipients from the database ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/API_CUST020 Failed to delete the recipients from the database typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when there is an issue with deleting recipient entries from the database. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other database integrity rules preventing the deletion of the recipient records.
  Locking Issues: The records might be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the deletion from being processed correctly.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the AIF configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Constraints: Review the database schema to ensure that there are no constraints