How To Fix IT004 - Text in the primary language of the object cannot be deleted

IT004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IT - SAPLITX1: Word processing for Plant Maintenance objects

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Text in the primary language of the object cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You are not allowed to delete the text in the
<GL:primary_language>primary language</> of the object.

System Response

INCLUDE 'KEINE-FUNKTION' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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IT004 - Details

• The SAP error message "IT004 Text in the primary language of the object cannot be deleted" typically occurs when you attempt to delete a text entry that is defined in the primary language of a particular object (such as a material, customer, vendor, etc.) in the SAP system. This error is a safeguard to prevent the deletion of essential text data that is critical for the integrity of the object.
  
  Cause:
  
  Primary Language Restriction: The text you are trying to delete is in the primary language of the object, which is often required for proper functioning and reporting.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces rules to maintain data integrity, and deleting primary language texts can lead to inconsistencies or loss of important information.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Language Settings: Verify the primary language setting for the object. You can do this by checking the configuration or settings related to the specific object type.
  Modify Instead of Delete: If you need