How To Fix PQ121 - &1 entries were deleted. &2 entry was not deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PQ - HR-PD: Personnel Development

• Message number: 121

• Message text: &1 entries were deleted. &2 entry was not deleted.

INCLUDE PA-PD_NOTES_SPERRE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PQ121 - &1 entries were deleted. &2 entry was not deleted. ?

  The SAP error message PQ121 indicates that there was an issue with the deletion of entries in a particular context, often related to the management of production resources or tools (PRT) in the SAP system. The message typically states that a certain number of entries were deleted successfully, while one specific entry could not be deleted due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  The error message PQ121 can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Dependencies: The entry that could not be deleted may have dependencies or relationships with other objects in the system. For example, if the entry is linked to a production order, it cannot be deleted until the order is closed or the link is removed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the specific entry.
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of the entry. This could be due to configuration settings or business rules defined in the system.
  
  
  System Locking: The entry may be locked by another process or user, preventing its deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PQ121 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the entry that could not be deleted is linked to other objects. You may need to remove these links or dependencies before attempting to delete the entry again.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the entry has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  Examine Data Integrity: Check for any data integrity constraints that may be preventing the deletion. This may involve reviewing configuration settings or business rules in the system.
  
  
  Unlock the Entry: If the entry is locked, identify the user or process that is holding the lock and resolve the issue. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to view and manage locks.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific transaction or module you are working with for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about why the deletion failed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO03: Display Production Order
  C223: Maintain PRT
  SM12: Display and manage locks
  SLG1: Application Log
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to PQ121 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  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 identify the cause of the PQ121 error and implement a solution to successfully delete the entry in question.