How To Fix /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE043 - An error occurred. No data was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: An error occurred. No data was deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE043 - An error occurred. No data was deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE043 An error occurred. No data was deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the data deletion process in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Locking Issues: The data you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion from occurring.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the delete operation.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of certain records, such as dependencies on other data.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the underlying database tables.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used for the deletion may not match any existing records, leading to no data being found for deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the data you are trying to delete. If locks are found, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who has locked the data.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Examine Data Integrity: Investigate if there are any dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion. You may need to delete related records first or adjust the data model.
  Check Logs: Review the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the deletion process.
  Validate Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria used for the deletion to ensure that they are correct and that there are indeed records that match the criteria.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM12 (to check locks), SU53 (to check authorizations), and SLG1 (to view application logs).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for any specific guidelines related to data deletion processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution. If the problem continues, consider escalating the issue to SAP support for further assistance.