How To Fix BM004 - Error when deleting a data record: & & & &

BM004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BM - Development class BZME - units of measure

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Error when deleting a data record: & & & &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred in table &V1& &V2& when deleting.

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?

Check whether table &V2& exists in client &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

BM004 - Details

• The SAP error message BM004, which states "Error when deleting a data record: & & & &", typically occurs when there is an issue with the deletion of a data record in the SAP system. This error can arise in various contexts, such as when trying to delete a material master record, a vendor, or other master data records.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The record you are trying to delete may be linked to other records or transactions, which prevents its deletion.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the record.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict the deletion of specific types of records.
  Locked Records: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements in the system may interfere with the deletion process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the record is linked to other records or transactions. You