How To Fix R1542 - Standard Industry Number System &1 Must Not be Deleted

R1542 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 542

• Message text: Standard Industry Number System &1 Must Not be Deleted

What causes this issue?

Industry number system &V1& is the standard system. You must not delete
this.

System Response

Information; system &V1& is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Before you delete, flag a different industry number system as being the
standard.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1542 - Standard Industry Number System &1 Must Not be Deleted ?

  The SAP error message R1542, which states "Standard Industry Number System &1 Must Not Be Deleted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a standard industry number (SIN) that is still in use or required by the system. This error is part of the SAP system's integrity checks to ensure that important data is not inadvertently removed, which could lead to inconsistencies or issues in related processes.
  
  Cause:
  
  In Use: The standard industry number is currently being referenced in other master data or transactions.
  Configuration: The system is configured to prevent the deletion of certain standard industry numbers that are deemed essential for reporting or compliance.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the standard industry number in various modules (e.g., finance, logistics) that prevent its deletion.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the standard industry number, check if it is being used in any master data (e.g., customer/vendor records) or transactions. You can