How To Fix /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER072 - Adress is used for contact &1 and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Adress is used for contact &1 and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER072 - Adress is used for contact &1 and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SRMSMC/SUPPLIER072 indicates that the address you are trying to delete is currently being used as a contact for a specific supplier or vendor in the system. This means that the address is linked to a contact person or a related entity, and SAP does not allow the deletion of addresses that are still in use to maintain data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  The address you are attempting to delete is associated with a contact person (indicated by &1 in the error message) in the supplier or vendor master data.
  The system prevents deletion to avoid orphaned records or inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Contact: Determine which contact is using the address. You can do this by checking the supplier or vendor master data where the address is linked.
  
  
  Remove the Association:
  
  Navigate to the supplier or vendor master data.
  Find the contact person associated with the address.
  Either change the address for the contact or delete the contact person if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Delete the Address: Once the address is no longer associated with any contact, you should be able to delete it without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Other Associations: Ensure that the address is not linked to any other entities (e.g., other contacts, purchasing organizations, etc.) before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or MK01 (Create Vendor) to manage supplier and vendor data.
  Data Integrity: Always ensure that you maintain data integrity when making changes to master data in SAP. Deleting or modifying records can have downstream effects on reporting and other processes.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to supplier or vendor data in SAP.
  
  If you continue to face issues, consider consulting with your SAP administrator or support team for further assistance.