How To Fix SRMKC019 - Unable to delete keyword (table SRMKCDATA)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMKC - Message Class Keyword Catalog

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Unable to delete keyword (table SRMKCDATA)

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Contact the system administration team.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMKC019 - Unable to delete keyword (table SRMKCDATA) ?

  The SAP error message SRMKC019, which states "Unable to delete keyword (table SRMKCDATA)," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with deleting a keyword from the keyword table (SRMKCDATA).
  Causes:
  
  Keyword in Use: The keyword you are trying to delete may be currently in use or linked to other objects, such as documents, contracts, or other master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the keyword.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be data integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of the keyword.
  System Lock: The keyword might be locked by another process or user, preventing deletion.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Usage: Verify if the keyword is being used in any active documents or processes. If it is, you will need to remove it from those documents before attempting to delete it.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the keyword has the appropriate authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to check the user's roles and permissions.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the keyword. If a lock exists, you may need to wait for it to be released or contact the user who has locked it.
  Data Integrity Check: Review the data integrity constraints in the system. If there are dependencies, you may need to resolve them before deletion.
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like SRM_KC to manage keywords and check their status.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP SRM documentation for managing keywords and understand the relationships and dependencies that may exist.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.