How To Fix O8628 - Delete Table OIGSMS key &1 failed (RC = &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: O8 - IS-Oil: TD Transportation and Distribution

• Message number: 628

• Message text: Delete Table OIGSMS key &1 failed (RC = &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message O8628 - Delete Table OIGSMS key &1 failed (RC = &2) ?

  The SAP error message O8628, which states "Delete Table OIGSMS key &1 failed (RC = &2)," typically indicates that there was an issue when attempting to delete an entry from the OIGSMS table, which is related to the SAP Oil and Gas industry solution. The error message provides a key (represented by &1) and a return code (RC = &2) that can help diagnose the specific issue.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: The entry you are trying to delete may be referenced by other tables, leading to a foreign key constraint violation.
  Locking Issues: The record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be data integrity issues that prevent the deletion of the record.
  Incorrect Key: The key provided may not correspond to an existing entry in the OIGSMS table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check if the entry you are trying to delete is being referenced by other tables. If it is, you will need to delete or update those references first.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the record. If a lock exists, you may need to wait for the other transaction to complete or contact the user who holds the lock.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete records from the OIGSMS table. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  
  Review Return Code:
  
  The return code (RC) provided in the error message can give more insight into the specific issue. Common return codes include:
  
  0: Success
  4: Warning
  8: Error
  
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific return code meanings.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Check:
  
  Perform a data integrity check to ensure that the data in the OIGSMS table is consistent and does not have any corruption.
  
  
  
  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: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), SM12 (Lock Entries), SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help Portal for documentation related to the OIGSMS table and its usage within the Oil and Gas industry solution.
  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 necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.