How To Fix /SAPAPO/PRTPURGRP027 - Database error while deleting; return code = &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PRTPURGRP -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Database error while deleting; return code = &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRTPURGRP027 - Database error while deleting; return code = &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PRTPURGRP027 Database error while deleting; return code = &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with deleting a planning object or data from the database. The return code &1 indicates a specific error code that can provide more insight into the nature of the problem.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The object you are trying to delete may be locked by another process or user, preventing the deletion.
  Referential Integrity Violations: There may be dependencies or references to the object you are trying to delete, which are preventing the operation.
  Database Corruption: There could be corruption in the database that is causing the deletion to fail.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the delete operation.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues with the database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the object you are trying to delete. If there are locks, you may need to wait for them to be released or contact the user who holds the lock.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent objects or data that need to be deleted first. You can use transaction codes like SE11 or SE80 to analyze the data model.
  Database Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the database to identify and resolve any corruption issues. This may require the assistance of your database administrator.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the deletion has the necessary authorizations. You can check this using transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Check Return Code: Analyze the specific return code provided in the error message. This can give you more detailed information about the nature of the error. You may need to refer to SAP documentation or support for specific return codes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM21 (System Log), ST22 (Dump Analysis), and SLG1 (Application Log) to gather more information about the error.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO and database management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the error message you are encountering.