How To Fix /SCMB/VMI_APO000 - &1 could not be deleted by table &2 because it does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/VMI_APO -

• Message number: 000

• Message text: &1 could not be deleted by table &2 because it does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/VMI_APO000 - &1 could not be deleted by table &2 because it does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/VMI_APO000 &1 could not be deleted by table &2 because it does not exist typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly in the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) scenario. This error indicates that the system is attempting to delete a record from a specific table, but it cannot find the record to delete.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Record: The most common cause of this error is that the record identified by &1 does not exist in the specified table &2. This could happen if the record was already deleted or if it was never created in the first place.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, possibly due to previous operations that did not complete successfully.
  Incorrect Configuration: There might be configuration issues in the VMI setup that lead to the system looking for records that should not exist.
  Timing Issues: If there are multiple processes trying to access or modify the same data simultaneously, it could lead to situations where one process deletes a record while another is trying to access it.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Record Existence: Verify if the record identified by &1 actually exists in the table &2. You can do this by querying the database directly or using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the table contents.
  Review Logs: Check the application logs or system logs for any related messages that might provide more context about why the deletion was attempted.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks for the VMI data to ensure that all records are in sync and that there are no orphaned records.
  Reprocess the Transaction: If the error occurred during a specific transaction, try to reprocess that transaction after ensuring that the data is correct.
  Configuration Review: Review the VMI configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no misconfigurations that could lead to this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/VMI for VMI-related activities, and SE16 or SE11 for table access.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.