How To Fix SMD023 - Document version could not be deleted

SMD023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SMD - Solution Manager Documents

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Document version could not be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SMD023 - Document version could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message SMD023, which states "Document version could not be deleted," typically occurs in the context of document management within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with document versions in the SAP Document Management System (DMS). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes:
  
  Document Locking: The document version may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the document version.
  Document Status: The document version may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it may be marked as "released" or "approved").
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other documents or objects that prevent deletion.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database constraints or inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Document Locking:
  
  Verify if the document is locked by another user. You can use transaction codes like SM12