How To Fix RPLM_QIMT018 - Document of type &3 for object &1 &2 could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPLM_QIMT -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Document of type &3 for object &1 &2 could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPLM_QIMT018 - Document of type &3 for object &1 &2 could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message RPLM_QIMT018 indicates that a document of a specific type could not be deleted for a given object. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Document Management System (DMS) or when dealing with Quality Management (QM) documents.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Document Locking: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it may be marked as "final" or "approved").
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that prevent the document from being deleted.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Document Lock: Verify if the document is locked by another user. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks and release them if necessary.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the document has the appropriate authorizations. You can check this using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any authorization issues.
  
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document. If it is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status or consult with a process owner to determine the appropriate action.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or links to other objects. If the document is linked to other records, you may need to remove those links before deletion.
  
  
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like CV03N (Display Document) to view the document and its details, or CV02N (Change Document) to attempt to change its status if applicable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Document Management and Quality Management for more context on document handling and deletion processes.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in 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 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.