How To Fix SV185 - Cannot insert/delete <>

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 185

• Message text: Cannot insert/delete <>

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SV185 - Cannot insert/delete <> ?

  The SAP error message SV185 "Cannot insert/delete <>" typically occurs when there is an issue with the data being processed in a transaction or when trying to modify entries in a database table. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data you are trying to insert or delete may violate referential integrity constraints, such as foreign key constraints.
  Locking Issues: The record you are trying to modify may be locked by another user or process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the insert or delete operation.
  Business Logic Constraints: There may be specific business rules or validations in place that prevent the operation from being completed.
  Technical Issues: There could be issues with the underlying database or the SAP system itself.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Integrity: Ensure that the data you are trying to insert or delete does not violate any constraints. Review the long text of the error message for specific details.
  Release Locks: If the record is locked, you may need to wait for the lock to be released or contact the user who has locked the record.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the operation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Consult Business Rules: Check if there are any business rules or validations that need to be satisfied before the operation can be performed.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., SE11 for data dictionary, SE16 for table display).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message.
  Debugging: If you have access, you can use the debugger to trace the program execution and identify where the error is occurring.
  
  If you have access to the long text of the error message, it may provide additional context that can help in diagnosing the specific issue.