How To Fix GI214 - System error when deleting records in summary table & (return code &)

GI214 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GI - FI-SL update

• Message number: 214

• Message text: System error when deleting records in summary table & (return code &)

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when deleting records.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

The update was not performed. Check why the error occurred using the
return code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GI214 - System error when deleting records in summary table & (return code &) ?

  The SAP error message GI214, which indicates a "System error when deleting records in summary table," typically arises during operations that involve the deletion of records from summary tables in the SAP system. This error can be caused by various factors, including data inconsistencies, issues with database locks, or problems with the underlying database itself.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the deletion of records.
  Database Locks: The records you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user, preventing the operation from completing.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is causing the error.
  System Configuration: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system or database can lead to this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the records you