How To Fix COM_SE_SEARCH017 - Error during DELETE: Table &1, Key = &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: COM_SE_SEARCH - SES: End user messages -> Translate to maximum languages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error during DELETE: Table &1, Key = &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message COM_SE_SEARCH017 - Error during DELETE: Table &1, Key = &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message COM_SE_SEARCH017 typically indicates that there was an issue during a delete operation on a specific table. The message format includes placeholders for the table name and the key values that were attempted to be deleted. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: The record you are trying to delete may be referenced by other records in different tables, violating foreign key constraints.
  Locking Issues: The record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the delete operation from completing.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the delete operation may not have the necessary authorizations to delete records from the specified table.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues that prevent the deletion, such as inconsistencies in the data.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom code (e.g., user exits, BAdIs) that is preventing the deletion based on specific business logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Foreign Key Relationships: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check if the record is referenced in other tables. If it is, you may need to delete those dependent records first.
  Release Locks: Check for any locks on the record using transaction SM12. If a lock exists, you may need to wait for the other transaction to complete or contact the user holding the lock.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform delete operations on the specified table. This can be checked using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any issues that may be preventing the deletion. This can involve using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility) to check for inconsistencies.
  Debug Custom Logic: If there is custom logic involved, you may need to debug the code to identify why the delete operation is being blocked.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review application logs (transaction SLG1) and system logs (transaction SM21) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or development team for further assistance.