How To Fix /PF1/MSG_ITM_DEL005 - No keys specified for deletion of table &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_ITM_DEL -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No keys specified for deletion of table &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_ITM_DEL005 - No keys specified for deletion of table &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_ITM_DEL005 No keys specified for deletion of table &1 typically occurs when an attempt is made to delete entries from a database table without specifying the necessary key fields. This error indicates that the system requires specific key values to identify which records should be deleted, but none were provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Key Fields: The deletion operation is being executed without specifying the key fields that uniquely identify the records in the specified table.
  Incorrect Program Logic: The program or transaction that is attempting to perform the deletion may have a logic error that prevents it from correctly identifying the keys.
  User Input Error: If the deletion is based on user input, the user may not have provided the required key values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Fields: Ensure that the key fields for the table specified in the error message are correctly populated before attempting the deletion. You need to provide the necessary key values that uniquely identify the records to be deleted.
  Review Program Logic: If you are working with a custom program or report, review the code to ensure that it correctly retrieves and passes the key values to the deletion function.
  User Input Validation: If the deletion is based on user input, implement validation checks to ensure that the required key fields are filled out before executing the deletion.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can debug the program to see where the key values are being set and why they might be missing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table Structure: Familiarize yourself with the structure of the table in question (denoted by &1 in the error message) to understand which fields are considered key fields.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific table and its key fields.
  Transaction Codes: If this error occurs in a specific transaction, check the transaction's configuration and settings to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle deletions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.