How To Fix DPR_R3_DMS014 - Cannot delete from an SAP DMS document structure

DPR_R3_DMS014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_R3_DMS -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Cannot delete from an SAP DMS document structure

What causes this issue?

An SAP DMS document info record can only be deleted from a document
structure of a superior project element if the following conditions are
met:
The SAP DMS document structure of the superior project element has
already been saved in DMS.
The selected document info record exists in the document structure of
the superior project element.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DPR_R3_DMS014 - Cannot delete from an SAP DMS document structure ?

  The SAP error message DPR_R3_DMS014, which states "Cannot delete from an SAP DMS document structure," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a document or a document structure in the Document Management System (DMS) that is not allowed due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Document Locking: The document or its structure may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Dependencies: The document may have dependencies or references in other documents or processes, which prevents it from being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the document or its structure.
  Status of Document: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it may be marked as "released" or "approved").
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the DMS settings may restrict deletion actions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Locking: Verify if the document is locked by another user. If