How To Fix SD113 - & is master language. & cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SD - Online doc., terminology, translation, help

• Message number: 113

• Message text: & is master language. & cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SD113 - & is master language. & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SD113 typically indicates that a certain master data record (like a customer or material master) cannot be deleted because it is being used in various transactions or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. The specific message often states that the record is a "master language" or is otherwise in use.
  Cause:
  
  Master Language: The record you are trying to delete is set as the master language for a particular object, which means it is essential for the system's language settings and cannot be removed.
  Dependencies: The record may be linked to other transactions, such as sales orders, deliveries, or billing documents. If there are existing transactions that reference this master data, it cannot be deleted.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting a record does not lead to inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the record, check if there are any existing transactions that reference it. You can do this by using transaction codes like VA03 (Display Sales Order) or VL03N (Display Outbound Delivery) to see if the record is in use.
  Change Master Language: If the record is a master language, you may need to change the master language setting to another valid language before deletion. This can usually be done in the configuration settings.
  Archiving: If the record cannot be deleted due to its importance, consider archiving it instead. SAP provides archiving solutions that allow you to remove data from the active database while retaining it for historical purposes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the type of master data you are dealing with.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the record. Sometimes, lack of permissions can also lead to errors when trying to delete master data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data, such as XD02 (Change Customer), MM02 (Change Material), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to the error message SD113.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.