How To Fix QM199 - Document flow could not be deleted

QM199 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: QM - Messages for quality notifications

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Document flow could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

A link in the central document flow could not be deleted.
Note
This means that the system may display links between documents that no
longer exist.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

QM199 - Details

• The SAP error message QM199, which states "Document flow could not be deleted," typically occurs in the context of Quality Management (QM) when there is an attempt to delete a document flow related to quality notifications, inspection lots, or other QM-related documents. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of QM199 Error
  
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to delete may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the document is already processed or has been referenced in other documents, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be other documents or processes that depend on the document you are trying to delete. If there are linked documents (like inspection lots or notifications), the system will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the document flow.