How To Fix OT526 - Request for deletion of &1 in SMP and PPMS generated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OT - SAP Online Correction Support (SOCS)

• Message number: 526

• Message text: Request for deletion of &1 in SMP and PPMS generated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OT526 - Request for deletion of &1 in SMP and PPMS generated ?

  The SAP error message OT526 indicates that there is a request for deletion of a specific object (denoted by &1) in the SAP Solution Manager (SMP) and Product and Project Management System (PPMS). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to delete a request or object that is either not allowed or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Object: The object you are trying to delete may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the object.
  Object Locking: The object might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the Solution Manager or PPMS that restrict deletion of certain objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Object Existence: Check if the object you are trying to delete actually exists in the system. You can do this by searching for the object in the relevant transaction or application.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the object has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust permissions.
  Unlock the Object: If the object is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the locking issue. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Solution Manager and PPMS to see if there are any restrictions on deleting objects. Adjust settings if necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (for job monitoring), SM12 (for lock entries), and SE11 (for data dictionary objects) that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.