How To Fix OD518 - Delete from table OIJLOCMAT key &1 &2 failed (RC = &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OD - IS-Oil: TSW Traders' and Schedulers' Workbench messages

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Delete from table OIJLOCMAT key &1 &2 failed (RC = &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OD518 - Delete from table OIJLOCMAT key &1 &2 failed (RC = &3) ?

  The SAP error message OD518 indicates that there was a failure when attempting to delete an entry from the table OIJLOCMAT. The message provides a key (or keys) that identifies the specific record that could not be deleted, along with a return code (RC) that gives more information about the nature of the failure.
  Cause
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  
  Foreign Key Constraints: The record you are trying to delete may be referenced by other records in related tables. If there are foreign key constraints in place, the deletion will fail to maintain referential integrity.
  
  
  Locking Issues: The record may be locked by another transaction or user, preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete records from the table.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data itself, such as inconsistencies or corruption.
  
  
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that are triggered during the delete operation, they may be causing the failure.
  
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Foreign Key Relationships: Investigate if the record is being referenced by other tables. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table structure and relationships.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check if the record is locked by another user or process. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user holding the lock.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete records from the OIJLOCMAT table. You can check this using transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic: If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that might be affecting the delete operation, review the code to identify any issues.
  
  
  Analyze the Return Code (RC): The return code provided in the error message can give you more specific information about the failure. You can look up the return code in SAP documentation or consult with your technical team to understand its implications.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes or patches that might address this specific error.
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM12 (Lock Entries), SU53 (Authorization Check), ST22 (Dump Analysis).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific module or functionality related to the OIJLOCMAT table to understand its purpose and constraints.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.