How To Fix MM520 - &: & entry can be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM - Messages for material master maintenance and Customizing

• Message number: 520

• Message text: &: & entry can be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM520 - &: & entry can be deleted ?

  The SAP error message MM520 typically indicates that a specific entry in the Material Management (MM) module cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions. This error often arises when attempting to delete a material master record, purchasing document, or other related entries.
  Cause of MM520 Error
  The MM520 error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Dependencies: The entry you are trying to delete may have dependencies or links to other documents or records (e.g., purchase orders, stock movements, etc.) that prevent deletion.
  Status: The material or document may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it may be locked or in use).
  Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the entry.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the entry is part of a larger transaction or process, it cannot be deleted without first addressing those dependencies.
  
  Solution to MM520 Error
  To resolve the MM520 error,