How To Fix MO426 - Error when deleting database record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MO - Modeling and Prototyping

• Message number: 426

• Message text: Error when deleting database record

What causes this issue?

An error occurred when deleting the database record.

System Response

The database record was not deleted. It may already not have existed
any longer in the database.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MO426 - Error when deleting database record ?

  The SAP error message MO426 typically indicates that there is an issue when attempting to delete a database record, often related to the Material Master or other related data. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes of MO426 Error:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The record you are trying to delete may be linked to other records or transactions, which prevents its deletion.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the record.
  Database Constraints: There may be foreign key constraints or other database-level restrictions that prevent the deletion of the record.
  Locked Records: The record might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom ABAP code or enhancements may be interfering with the deletion process.
  
  Solutions to MO426 Error:
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the record is linked to other records (e.g., purchase orders, production orders). You may need to delete or modify those linked records first.
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