How To Fix PEP022 - Error occurred during deletion of long texts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Error occurred during deletion of long texts

What causes this issue?

The &V1& long text cannot be deleted. There is probably a program
error.

How to fix this error?

Inform the SAP hotline.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP022 - Error occurred during deletion of long texts ?

  The SAP error message PEP022, which states "Error occurred during deletion of long texts," typically occurs when there is an issue with the deletion of long text entries associated with a particular object in the SAP system. This can happen in various modules, such as Material Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or others where long texts are used.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete long texts.
  Database Locking: The object associated with the long text may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the database that prevent the deletion of long texts.
  Technical Errors: There could be a bug or technical issue in the SAP system that is causing the error.
  Missing Text Objects: The long text may not exist or may have already been deleted, leading to an error when attempting to delete it again.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete long texts. This can be done by checking the user's roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Release Locks: If the object is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve it. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Check for Data Integrity: Run consistency checks on the database to identify and fix any issues. This may involve using transaction codes like SE14 for database table checks.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into the cause of the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address known issues related to this error message.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a technical bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Modules), and SE80 (Object Navigator) for further investigation.
  Long Text Management: Understand how long texts are managed in your specific SAP module, as the handling may vary.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the PEP022 error in your SAP system.