How To Fix MW323 - Error with delete table &. RC = &. Key = &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MW - Messages IS-R / Allocation Tables

• Message number: 323

• Message text: Error with delete table &. RC = &. Key = &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MW323 - Error with delete table &. RC = &. Key = & ?

  The SAP error message MW323 typically indicates an issue related to the deletion of a table entry in the Material Management (MM) module, specifically when dealing with material master data or inventory management. The error message format usually includes placeholders for the table name, return code (RC), and key, which can provide more context about the specific issue.
  Cause:
  
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: The most common cause of this error is that there are foreign key constraints preventing the deletion of the record. This means that the record you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other records in the database.
  
  
  Locked Entries: The entry you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process, preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Incorrect Key: The key provided for the deletion may be incorrect or not exist in the database.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the record.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues that prevent the deletion of the record.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Dependencies: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table structure and see if there are any foreign key dependencies. You may need to delete or update the dependent records first.
  
  
  Unlock the Record: If the record is locked, you can check for locks using transaction code SM12. If you find a lock, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked the record.
  
  
  Verify the Key: Ensure that the key you are using for deletion is correct. You can do this by querying the table to see if the record exists.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation. You can check this using transaction SU53 to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check to ensure that there are no integrity issues with the data. This can sometimes be done using transaction codes like SE14 (Database Utility).
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SU53 (Authorization Check), and SE14 (Database Utility).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the specific tables and their relationships.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.