How To Fix F5A163 - Deleting the item is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F5A - Document Editing

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Deleting the item is not possible

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a vendor item for which a payment request
already exists.

System Response

The system prevents the item being deleted.

How to fix this error?

Enter an amount larger than zero.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F5A163 - Deleting the item is not possible ?

  The SAP error message F5A163, which states "Deleting the item is not possible," typically occurs in the context of document processing, such as when trying to delete line items in a financial document, sales order, or similar transaction. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for item deletion. For example, if the document has already been posted or is in a completed state, deletion may not be permitted.
  
  
  Dependencies: The item you are trying to delete may have dependencies or links to other documents or processes (e.g., invoices, deliveries, etc.) that prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete items from the document.
  
  
  Custom Logic: There may be custom validations or logic implemented in the system that restricts the deletion of certain items based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Data Integrity: The system may prevent deletion to maintain data integrity, especially if the item is part of a larger transaction that has already been processed.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. If it is in a completed or posted state, you may need to reverse or cancel the document before attempting to delete the item.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if the item is linked to other documents. If so, you may need to delete or adjust those linked documents first.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform deletion actions. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Custom Logic: If there are custom validations in place, consult with your SAP development team to understand the logic and see if adjustments can be made.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible, consider whether you can achieve your goal through other means, such as marking the item as inactive or adjusting quantities instead of deleting.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any specific guidance related to this error message. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing documents (e.g., FB02 for changing financial documents, VA02 for changing sales orders).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and context for better troubleshooting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.