How To Fix DO768 - & & will not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DO - Dictionary: Mass activation of domains and data elements

• Message number: 768

• Message text: & & will not be deleted

What causes this issue?

A Dictionary object is to be deleted.

System Response

The deletion is rejected because after the deletion already a new
version of the objects was imported.

How to fix this error?

No action required.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DO768 - & & will not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message DO768 typically indicates that a document (or a document item) cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions in the system. This error often arises in the context of document management or when dealing with document objects in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it might be locked, archived, or in use).
  Dependencies: There may be other documents or objects that depend on the document you are trying to delete, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the document.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the document management system may restrict deletion based on business rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. If it is locked or archived, you may need to unlock or unarchive it before attempting deletion.
  Review Dependencies: Check if there are any dependent documents or objects. You may need to delete or modify those first.
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the document has the appropriate authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to document management for specific guidelines on deletion.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like SARA for archiving) to manage document statuses or dependencies.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it seems to be a system-related issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to document management, such as SARA (Archive Administration), OAC0 (Document Management System), and others.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the DO768 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.