How To Fix R1651 - Standard fax numbers cannot be deleted

R1651 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R1 - Business Partner Messages from S_BUPA_GENERAL

• Message number: 651

• Message text: Standard fax numbers cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete the telefax number flagged as the standard
telefax number. This is not possible.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Firstly flag a different telefax number as the standard number.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R1651 - Standard fax numbers cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message R1651, which states "Standard fax numbers cannot be deleted," typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a standard fax number that is defined in the system. This error is part of the SAP system's validation checks to ensure that certain standard data is not inadvertently removed, as it may be required for various business processes.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the fax number you are trying to delete is marked as a "standard" fax number in the system. Standard fax numbers are often used for specific purposes, such as sending documents or communications, and the system prevents their deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Configuration: Verify if the fax number is indeed marked as a standard fax number. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  Change the Standard Status: