How To Fix E0776 - Basic IDoc type & could not be deleted completely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 776

• Message text: Basic IDoc type & could not be deleted completely

What causes this issue?

The basic type &v1& could not be deleted completely.
Return code: &v2&
Evaluation of the return code:
(1) No entry deleted from table EDIDO.
(2) No entry deleted from table EDIDOT.
(3) No entry deleted from table EDISYN.
(4) No entry deleted from table IDOCSYN.
(5) No entry deleted from table IDOCHIS.
(6) No entry deleted from table IDOCVRS.
(7) No entry deleted from table EDSVRS.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0776 - Basic IDoc type & could not be deleted completely ?

  The SAP error message E0776, which states "Basic IDoc type & could not be deleted completely," typically occurs when there is an issue with the deletion of an IDoc type in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including dependencies on the IDoc type, authorization issues, or inconsistencies in the database.
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The IDoc type may be in use by existing configurations, such as message types, segments, or other related objects. If there are active configurations or instances that reference the IDoc type, it cannot be deleted completely.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the IDoc type may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  
  Database Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the complete deletion of the IDoc type.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements that reference the IDoc type may also prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction code WE30 to check if the IDoc type is still being used in any message types or configurations. If it is, you will need to remove those dependencies before attempting to delete the IDoc type again.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete IDoc types. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Database Consistency Check: 
  
  Run consistency checks on the IDoc types and related objects. You can use transaction WE60 to check the documentation and ensure that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review: 
  
  Review any custom code or enhancements that may reference the IDoc type. If there are any, you will need to modify or remove those references before deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction WE02: 
  
  Check for any existing IDocs that are still using the IDoc type. If there are active IDocs, you may need to process or delete them before you can delete the IDoc type.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IDoc Types: IDoc types define the structure of the data that is exchanged between systems. They are crucial for data interchange in SAP environments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as WE30 (IDoc Type Maintenance), WE02 (Display IDocs), and WE60 (IDoc Documentation).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.