How To Fix O4221 - Error during DELETE in table &1: Return code &2

O4221 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Error during DELETE in table &1: Return code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O4221 - Error during DELETE in table &1: Return code &2 ?

  The SAP error message O4221, which states "Error during DELETE in table &1: Return code &2," typically occurs when there is an issue with deleting records from a database table in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: The record you are trying to delete may be referenced by other records in related tables, violating foreign key constraints.
  Locking Issues: The record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete records from the specified table.
  Database Integrity Issues: There may be integrity issues within the database that prevent the deletion.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements that interact with the table, they may be causing the error during the delete operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Constraints: 
  
  Use transaction SE11 to check the table