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How To Fix SV185 - Cannot insert/delete


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SV185 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

  • Message number: 185

  • Message text: Cannot insert/delete

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  • What causes this issue?

    For objects with maintenance status "Read" and "Change", entries cannot
    be inserted or deleted by the BC Set.

    System Response

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

    How to fix this error?

    Before activating the BC Set, use the "compare with Customizing tables"
    function to display any insert/delete entries of the BC Set that do not
    exist in the database.
    Before activating the BC Set, ensure that the key entries of the BC Set
    exist in the database so that only modifications by the BC Set are
    carried out.

    Procedure for System Administrators


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SV185 - Details

  • Error Code: SV185

    Error Message: Cannot insert/delete <see long text>


    Summary

    This error indicates that the system is unable to insert or delete a record in the database during a transaction. It usually occurs when there is a conflict with database constraints, missing authorizations, or inconsistencies in the data being processed.


    Root Causes

    • Database constraints such as unique keys or foreign keys are violated during insert/delete operations.
    • Insufficient user authorizations to perform insert or delete actions on the relevant tables.
    • Data inconsistencies or locked records preventing modification or deletion.
    • Custom code or user exits interfering with standard database operations.

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