How To Fix FI_E319 - Deletion of data container failed. Lock will not be removed

FI_E319 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI_E - Message Class for FM English Developers

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Deletion of data container failed. Lock will not be removed

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FI_E319 - Details

• The SAP error message FI_E319, which states "Deletion of data container failed. Lock will not be removed," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting (FI) when there is an issue with deleting a data container, such as a document or a record in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Locking: The data container you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process. SAP uses locks to prevent data inconsistencies when multiple users are accessing or modifying the same data simultaneously.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the data container.
  
  
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the deletion.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: The data container may have dependencies or related records that need to be addressed before deletion.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they