How To Fix O4160 - Quotation cannot be deleted; quotes already exist using & & &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O4 - IS-Oil: MAP message pool

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Quotation cannot be deleted; quotes already exist using & & &.

What causes this issue?

The entry has been selected for deletion, but some quotes already exist
in the price quotation table (transaction O3I2) for this quote source,
type and number.

System Response

The system cannot accept prices in the quotation table if the quote
source, type and number are not listed as an entry in this table.

How to fix this error?

The entry cannot be deleted unless all quotes for this source, type and
number are first deleted from the price quotation table.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O4160 - Quotation cannot be deleted; quotes already exist using & & &. ?

  The SAP error message O4160 indicates that a quotation cannot be deleted because there are existing quotes associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of sales and distribution (SD) processes where quotations are linked to other documents or transactions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete a quotation that has already been referenced in other documents or transactions. This could include:
  
  Sales orders created from the quotation.
  Other quotations that may be linked to the original quotation.
  Any follow-up documents that depend on the quotation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Dependent Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VA05 (List of Sales Orders) to check if there are any sales orders or other documents that reference the quotation you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Delete Dependent Documents:
  
  If you find any dependent documents, you will need to delete or modify them before you can delete the original quotation. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Deletion Method:
  
  If you are sure that there are no dependent documents, ensure you are using the correct method to delete the quotation. You can use transaction VA02 (Change Quotation) to delete the quotation properly.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to identify the dependent documents or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP administrator or support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  In some cases, custom developments or enhancements may affect the deletion process. Check if there are any custom validations or logic that might be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Quotation), VA02 (Change Quotation), and VA03 (Display Quotation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for sales and distribution processes to understand how quotations are managed and linked to other documents.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.