How To Fix IV628 - Could not delete: Entry & not found in & (&)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IV - Elementary Steps of Incremental Conversion (ICNV)

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Could not delete: Entry & not found in & (&)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IV628 - Could not delete: Entry & not found in & (&) ?

  The SAP error message IV628, which states "Could not delete: Entry & not found in & (&)," typically occurs when you attempt to delete an entry from a table or database that does not exist or cannot be found. This can happen in various contexts, such as when working with inventory management, material master data, or other related modules.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Entry: The entry you are trying to delete does not exist in the specified table or database.
  Incorrect Key: The key or identifier you are using to reference the entry may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database that prevent the deletion of the entry.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the entry.
  Locked Entries: The entry may be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Entry Existence: Check if the entry you are trying to delete actually exists in the database. You can do this by querying the relevant table or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11.
  Check Key Values: Ensure that the key values you are using to identify the entry are correct. Double-check for any typos or incorrect values.
  Review Data Consistency: If there are data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or use transaction codes like SLG1 to check for logs related to the issue.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Unlock Entries: If the entry is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked the entry.
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to manage the entries properly (e.g., MM02 for material master data).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing the data (e.g., MM01, MM02, MM03 for material management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the data model and relationships better.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.