How To Fix CV073 - Error during delete: of & records, & records were updated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CV - CIM messages: Update

• Message number: 073

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

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred when data was deleted in Table PLAS.
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How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CV073 - Error during delete: of & records, & records were updated ?

  The SAP error message CV073 typically indicates that there was an issue when attempting to delete records in a specific context, such as during a data maintenance operation in the SAP system. The message states that while trying to delete a certain number of records, some of those records were updated, which prevents the deletion from being completed successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The records you are trying to delete may be linked to other records in the database, and due to referential integrity constraints, they cannot be deleted.
  Locking Issues: The records might be locked by another user or process, preventing the deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the records.
  Business Logic: There may be business rules or logic in place that prevent the deletion of certain records if they have been updated or are in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the records you are trying to delete. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the records.
  Review Data Relationships: Investigate the relationships of the records you are trying to delete. Ensure that there are no dependencies that would prevent deletion. You may need to delete or update related records first.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult Business Rules: Review any business rules or logic that may be preventing the deletion. This may involve consulting with functional teams or reviewing documentation.
  Use Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to analyze the table structure and relationships, or SE16N to view the records in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16N (General Table Display), SM12 (Lock Entries), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message CV073.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module or area where the error occurred for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.