How To Fix CRM_ES212 - Deletion of &1 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_ES - ES: Message Class for Enterprise Service

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Deletion of &1 failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_ES212 - Deletion of &1 failed ?

  The SAP error message CRM_ES212 "Deletion of &1 failed" typically occurs in the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module when there is an attempt to delete an object (like a business partner, transaction, or document) that cannot be deleted due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The object you are trying to delete may have dependencies or relationships with other objects. For example, if a business partner is linked to transactions, you cannot delete it until those transactions are removed or reassigned.
  
  
  Status Issues: The object may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if the object is marked as "completed" or "archived," it may not be eligible for deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the object may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints in place that prevent the deletion of the object to maintain the integrity of the database.
  
  
  Custom Logic: Custom enhancements or logic in the system may prevent the deletion of certain objects.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the object for any dependencies or linked objects. You may need to delete or modify these linked objects first.
  
  
  Change Status: If the object is in a status that prevents deletion, consider changing its status to one that allows deletion, if applicable.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete the object. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages or information that can provide insight into why the deletion failed.
  
  
  Custom Code Review: If there are custom enhancements, review the code to see if there are any conditions that prevent deletion and adjust accordingly.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like CRMD_ORDER or BP) to navigate to the object and check its details.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing CRM objects, such as CRMD_ORDER for managing orders or BP for managing business partners.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message CRM_ES212, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for CRM to understand the object lifecycle and deletion processes better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the CRM_ES212 error message in SAP.