How To Fix BOM320 - Error during delete: of &1 records, &2 records were updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOM - BOMs (2)

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Error during delete: of &1 records, &2 records were updated

What causes this issue?

INCLUDE EWB_TXT_INTERNAL_ERROR1 OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Cause is an error during delete of table STPU.
INCLUDE EWB_TXT_INTERNAL_ERROR3 OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOM320 - Error during delete: of &1 records, &2 records were updated ?

  The SAP error message BOM320 typically occurs when there is an issue while trying to delete a Bill of Materials (BOM) record. The message indicates that while attempting to delete a certain number of records (&1), a different number of records (&2) were updated instead. This discrepancy can arise due to various reasons, such as dependencies, locks, or inconsistencies in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The BOM you are trying to delete may have dependencies, such as being linked to other BOMs, production orders, or material master records.
  Locks: The records may be locked by another user or process, preventing the deletion from being completed.
  Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the deletion of certain records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the BOM records.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of certain records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the BOM and check for any dependencies. You can use transaction codes like CS03 (Display BOM) to see if the BOM is linked to other objects.
  Release Locks: If the records are locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve it. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the BOM data to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction code C223 to check for inconsistencies in BOMs.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete BOM records. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like C201 (Create BOM) or C202 (Change BOM) to make necessary adjustments before attempting to delete.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CS01 (Create BOM), CS02 (Change BOM), CS03 (Display BOM), and C223 (Check BOM).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on BOM management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the BOM320 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.