How To Fix EM140 - Error during deletion of the selected external system key

EM140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EM - IS-U Migration

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Error during deletion of the selected external system key

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred while deleting the selected items in key and
status management because one of the selected items no longer exists.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Update the display.
Delete the selected items.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EM140 - Error during deletion of the selected external system key ?

  The SAP error message EM140, which states "Error during deletion of the selected external system key," typically occurs when there is an issue with the deletion process of an external system key in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be dependencies or references to the external system key that prevent its deletion.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the external system key.
  Technical Errors: There could be a technical issue or bug in the SAP system that is causing the deletion process to fail.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings related to the external system or its keys may lead to this error.
  Database Locking: The external system key might be locked in the database, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Ensure that there are no active references or dependencies on the external system key you are trying to delete. You