How To Fix FIT_CHECK020 - Document &1 not deleted; delete manually using transaction SE61

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIT_CHECK -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Document &1 not deleted; delete manually using transaction SE61

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIT_CHECK020 - Document &1 not deleted; delete manually using transaction SE61 ?

  The SAP error message FIT_CHECK020 indicates that a document (identified by &1) could not be deleted automatically and must be deleted manually using transaction SE61. This error typically arises in the context of document management or when dealing with forms and templates in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Document Locking: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing its deletion.
  Dependencies: The document might have dependencies or references in other documents or processes that prevent it from being deleted automatically.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the document.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that restrict automatic deletion of certain documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Manual Deletion:
  
  Use transaction code SE61 to manually delete the document.
  Enter the document name or ID in the appropriate field and follow the prompts to delete it.
  
  
  
  Check Document Status:
  
  Verify if the document is currently in use or locked. If it is, you may need to wait until it is released or unlocked.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any dependencies or references to the document that need to be resolved before deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the document. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to the document type you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review system configurations that may affect document deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction SE61: This transaction is used for managing SAPscript forms and documents. It allows users to create, modify, and delete forms.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that user roles are correctly assigned to allow for document management tasks.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.