How To Fix /PF1/BANK_GENERAL013 - Error while making deletions in table &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/BANK_GENERAL -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error while making deletions in table &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/BANK_GENERAL013 - Error while making deletions in table &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/BANK_GENERAL013 typically indicates that there is an issue when trying to delete entries from a specific table in the SAP system. This error can occur in various contexts, often related to banking or financial data management.
  Cause:
  The error message usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The entries you are trying to delete may be linked to other records in the database, violating referential integrity constraints. For example, if there are dependent records in other tables that reference the entries you are trying to delete, the system will prevent the deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to delete records from the specified table.
  
  
  Locked Entries: The entries you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process, preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Custom Logic or Enhancements: There may be custom code or enhancements (like user exits or BAdIs) that prevent the deletion of certain records based on specific business logic.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent records in other tables that reference the entries you are trying to delete. You may need to delete or update those dependent records first.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete records from the specified table. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the entries you are trying to delete. If you find locks, you may need to wait for the other user/process to release them or contact the user to resolve the issue.
  
  
  Debug Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements in place, you may need to debug the code to identify any logic that is preventing the deletion. This may require the assistance of a developer familiar with the custom code.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like SE11 to view the table structure and relationships, or SE37 to check for function modules that may be involved in the deletion process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), SM12 (Lock Entries), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the specific tables and their relationships.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.