How To Fix PPEENGBAPI015 - Long text for alternative &1 &2 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPEENGBAPI - Messages for BAPIs in iPPE (Not Application-Specific)

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Long text for alternative &1 &2 could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

An internal error has occurred when deleting the long text for an
alternative.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE PM_INTERNER_FEHLER OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPEENGBAPI015 - Long text for alternative &1 &2 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PPEENGBAPI015 indicates that there was an issue when trying to delete a long text for an alternative in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Product Engineering or similar modules where long texts are associated with various objects, such as materials, BOMs (Bill of Materials), or other engineering-related data.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Non-Existent Long Text: The long text you are trying to delete does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete long texts.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints preventing the deletion of the long text.
  Locked Objects: The object associated with the long text might be locked by another user or process.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system errors.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existence: Verify that the long text you are trying to delete actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to view long texts.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the long text has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check if the object is locked by another user. If it is, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  
  
  Data Integrity: Ensure that there are no data integrity issues. You may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis team if you suspect database issues.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are using a specific transaction to delete the long text, ensure that you are following the correct procedure. Sometimes, using a different transaction or method can yield better results.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Check SAP Notes or the official SAP documentation for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps related to this error message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), or SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink) that may help in managing long texts.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PPEENGBAPI015 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.