How To Fix GTCN_MESSAGE041 - Batch deletion is allowed for new verification documents only

GTCN_MESSAGE041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GTCN_MESSAGE - GTCN: Message Class

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Batch deletion is allowed for new verification documents only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE041 - Batch deletion is allowed for new verification documents only ?

  The SAP error message GTCN_MESSAGE041 indicates that batch deletion is only permitted for new verification documents. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) module, particularly when dealing with verification documents related to compliance checks, customs, or trade processes.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to delete a verification document that is not classified as "new." In SAP GTS, verification documents may have different statuses, and only those that are newly created (and not yet processed or finalized) can be deleted in bulk. If the document has been processed or is in a status that does not allow deletion, this error will be triggered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the verification document you are trying to delete. If it is not a new document, you will need to handle it differently.
  
  
  Manual Deletion: If the document is