How To Fix B0903 - System error during deletion in table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: B0 - Business Partner General

• Message number: 903

• Message text: System error during deletion in table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message B0903 - System error during deletion in table & ?

  The SAP error message B0903, which indicates a "System error during deletion in table &," typically arises when there is an issue with the database operation related to the deletion of records in a specific table. This error can occur due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the deletion operation from completing.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other integrity rules that prevent the deletion of certain records.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is causing the deletion operation to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete records from the specified table.
  Program Errors: There may be a bug in the custom code or standard SAP program that is attempting to perform the deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks on the table. If there are locks, you may need to wait for the other transaction to complete or manually release the lock if appropriate.
  Review Data Integrity: Ensure that there are no foreign key constraints or other dependencies that would prevent the deletion of the record. You can check the table structure and relationships using transaction code SE11.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a database consistency check to identify and resolve any corruption issues. This may involve using transaction codes like DB02 or DBACOCKPIT.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations on the table. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs.
  Debugging: If the error is occurring in a custom program, use the debugger to step through the code and identify where the error is happening. Look for any logic that may be causing the deletion to fail.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SU53 (Authorization Check), and DB02 (Database Performance).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the B0903 error in SAP.