How To Fix FITV_IMG009 - Cannot delete existing record in database

FITV_IMG009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITV_IMG -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Cannot delete existing record in database

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FITV_IMG009 - Details

• The SAP error message FITV_IMG009, which states "Cannot delete existing record in database," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a record that is either locked, does not exist, or is being referenced by other records in the database. This error is often encountered in the context of financial transactions, master data, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Record Locking: The record you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process.
  Referential Integrity: The record may be referenced by other records, making it impossible to delete without first removing those references.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the record.
  Data Consistency: The system may have integrity checks that prevent deletion if it would lead to inconsistent data.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction or process being used to delete the record may not be appropriate for that specific record type.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to