How To Fix /BOBF/CUST_UI020 - Determination could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BOBF/CUST_UI -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Determination could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BOBF/CUST_UI020 - Determination could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /BOBF/CUST_UI020 Determination could not be deleted typically occurs in the context of the Business Object Processing Framework (BOPF) when there is an issue related to the deletion of a determination in a custom UI or business object.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The determination you are trying to delete may have dependencies or references in other objects or configurations that prevent its deletion.
  Active Usage: The determination might be actively used in the application or linked to other business logic, making it non-deletable.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the determination.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the BOPF framework.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the determination and check if it is being referenced by other objects or configurations. If so, you may need to remove those references first.
  Deactivate First: If possible, try to deactivate the determination instead of deleting it. This can sometimes allow you to bypass the deletion restrictions.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations in the BOPF framework.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context on why the deletion failed.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BOPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BOPF framework and its components, including determinations, actions, and validations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.