How To Fix /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL001 - GUID and counter must not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: GUID and counter must not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL001 - GUID and counter must not be initial ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/FORCERDEL001 GUID and counter must not be initial typically occurs in the context of the SAP Data Intelligence or SAP S/4HANA systems when there is an attempt to delete or manipulate a record that requires a GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) and a counter, but these values are not provided or are empty (initial).
  Cause:
  
  Missing GUID or Counter: The error indicates that the system expects a GUID and a counter to be provided for the operation, but they are either not supplied or are set to initial values (e.g., empty strings or null).
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity where the expected identifiers are not correctly populated in the database.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the application or the data model may not be set up correctly, leading to missing identifiers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the GUID and counter values are being correctly passed to the function or transaction that is generating the error. If you are using a custom program or report, verify that the logic populating these values is functioning correctly.
  Data Validation: Before performing operations that require GUIDs and counters, implement validation checks to ensure that these fields are populated.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the GUID and counter are being set and why they might be empty.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the data model or application to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly defined and populated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module or functionality you are working with to see if there are any known issues or additional requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE37 (Function Module) to investigate the function modules or programs involved in the error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or SAP Community Network (SCN) for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.