How To Fix /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT006 - Source clearing area cannot be filled when deleting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Source clearing area cannot be filled when deleting

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT006 - Source clearing area cannot be filled when deleting ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_TESTSUPPORT006 indicates that there is an issue with the source clearing area when attempting to delete a record or entry. This error typically arises in the context of data management or testing support within SAP systems.
  
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the system is unable to fill the source clearing area due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues with the data that you are trying to delete.
  Locked Entries: The entries you are trying to delete might be locked by another user or process, preventing the system from modifying them.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the deletion of certain records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the delete operation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity: Review the data you are trying to