How To Fix SV414 - Entry cannot be deleted

SV414 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SV - View Maintenance: Customize Messages

• Message number: 414

• Message text: Entry cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The entry can not be deleted because generated table maintenance dialog
elements still exist for it.

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?

Perform the deletion using the transaction 'Generate
Table maintenance dialog'. You access the transaction via the
'ABAP/4 Development Workbench' menu.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

SV414 - Details

• The SAP error message SV414 ("Entry cannot be deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a record in the system that is either locked, has dependencies, or is being referenced by other objects. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with master data, transaction data, or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The entry you are trying to delete may be linked to other records or transactions. For example, if you are trying to delete a customer or vendor record that has open transactions, the system will prevent the deletion.
  Locks: The record may be locked by another user or process, preventing any modifications, including deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the entry.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system may have integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of certain records to maintain data consistency.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom validations or logic implemented in the system that