How To Fix /SCTM/BO008 - Deletion of the business object failed

/SCTM/BO008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BO -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Deletion of the business object failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BO008 - Deletion of the business object failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BO008 Deletion of the business object failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to delete a business object (like a transportation order, shipment, etc.) but the operation fails. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The business object you are trying to delete may have dependencies or relationships with other objects that prevent its deletion. For example, if there are open documents or linked objects, the system will not allow deletion.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the business object. This can be due to role restrictions or missing authorizations in the user's profile.
  
  
  Status of the Object: The business object may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if the object is already processed or completed,