How To Fix OIU_MASS_UPLOAD018 - Record can not be deleted.

OIU_MASS_UPLOAD018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OIU_MASS_UPLOAD - Message class for Mass Upload

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Record can not be deleted.

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OIU_MASS_UPLOAD018 - Details

• The SAP error message OIU_MASS_UPLOAD018, which states "Record cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of mass data uploads or modifications in the SAP Oil and Gas (OIL) module. This error indicates that the system is preventing the deletion of a record due to various reasons. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The record may be linked to other records or transactions that prevent its deletion. For example, if the record is referenced in other documents or has dependencies, the system will not allow deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Status of the Record: The record may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if the record is marked as "active" or "completed," it may not be eligible for deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the record may not have the necessary permissions or authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: