How To Fix D9353 - Delete failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: D9 - Environment Management System

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Delete failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message D9353 - Delete failed ?

  The SAP error message D9353 ("Delete failed") typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a record or entry in the SAP system, but the operation cannot be completed due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The record you are trying to delete may be linked to other records in the database, violating referential integrity constraints.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the delete operation may not have the necessary permissions to delete the record.
  Locked Records: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations or settings in the system may prevent the deletion of specific types of records.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom ABAP code or enhancements may be interfering with the delete operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the record is linked to other records. If so, you may need to delete or modify those linked records first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete the record. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Unlock Records: If the record is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the lock. You can use transaction SM12 to view and manage locks.
  System Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP Basis or functional team to review any configurations that may prevent deletion.
  Debugging Custom Code: If custom code is involved, you may need to debug the code to identify any issues that are causing the delete operation to fail.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to check locks), SU53 (to check authorization issues), and SE80 (to review custom code).
  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 system logs (transaction SLG1) and traces to gather more information about the error context.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.