How To Fix V1006 - This document cannot be deleted

V1006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 006

• Message text: This document cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The document cannot be completely deleted because further processing
has already taken place or the document item does not permit deletion
of the document.

How to fix this error?

Display the document flow to see which subsequent documents have
already been created.
You can attempt first of all to delete all the subsequent documents and
then delete the current document.
If it is not possible to delete all subsequent documents, you can still
enter a reason for rejection for all items to prevent any further
references or deliveries being made.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1006 - This document cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message V1006, which states "This document cannot be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a document (such as a sales order, delivery, or invoice) that is either locked, has dependencies, or is in a status that does not allow deletion. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not permit deletion (e.g., it has been completed, invoiced, or is part of a billing document).
  Dependencies: The document may have dependent documents (e.g., a sales order linked to a delivery or invoice) that prevent it from being deleted.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the document.
  Locks: The document may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Custom Logic: There may be custom validations or business rules in place that prevent the deletion of certain documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
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