How To Fix /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME171 - (-) &1 is not relevant for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME -

• Message number: 171

• Message text: (-) &1 is not relevant for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME171 - (-) &1 is not relevant for deletion ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/COM_GEN_FRAME171 with the text "(-) &1 is not relevant for deletion" typically occurs in the context of Business Object Framework (BOBF) operations, particularly when attempting to delete an object that is not eligible for deletion based on its current state or configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Object Status: The object you are trying to delete may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, it could be in a "locked" state or have dependencies that prevent it from being deleted.
  Business Logic: The business logic defined in the BOBF framework may explicitly prevent the deletion of certain objects based on specific criteria or conditions.
  Data Integrity: The system may have constraints to maintain data integrity, which means that certain records cannot be deleted if they are referenced by other records or if they are part of a transaction that is still active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary