How To Fix /SCTM/BO018 - Deletion of the document assignment has failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BO -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Deletion of the document assignment has failed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BO018 - Deletion of the document assignment has failed ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BO018 Deletion of the document assignment has failed typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with deleting a document assignment, such as a document linked to a business object (e.g., a transportation order, shipment, etc.).
  Causes:
  
  Document Locking: The document you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process, preventing the deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other documents that prevent the deletion of the assignment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the document assignment.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints in place that prevent the deletion of the document assignment.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Locking: Ensure that the document is not locked by another user. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent documents or assignments that need to be addressed before deletion. You may need to delete or modify related documents first.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. You can check this in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any data integrity issues. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for assistance.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or information that could provide more context about the failure.
  Retry the Operation: Sometimes, simply retrying the operation after a short period can resolve temporary issues.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCTM for Transportation Management, SM12 for lock entries, and SLG1 for application logs.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to document management in SCM or TM for best practices and guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.