How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ698 - First stage of subitem &1 cannot be deleted

/SCMTMS/TRQ698 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 698

• Message text: First stage of subitem &1 cannot be deleted

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/SCMTMS/TRQ698 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ698 indicates that there is an issue with deleting the first stage of a subitem in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when there are dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion of the specified stage.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The first stage of a subitem may have dependencies on other processes or data that prevent it from being deleted. For example, if there are subsequent stages or linked documents that rely on this stage, the system will not allow its deletion.
  Status Issues: The status of the subitem or its related documents may not permit deletion. If the subitem is in a status that does not allow changes, you will encounter this error.
  Data Integrity: The system may have integrity checks that prevent the deletion of critical data that is necessary for maintaining the consistency of the transportation process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the subitem and its related stages or