How To Fix V1272 - Item & cannot be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Item & cannot be deleted.

What causes this issue?

This item is a substitute determined by the system through product or
material selection, or through plant substitution. As such, it is a
subitem and cannot be deleted.

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?

If you'd like to delete this subitem, you must delete the main item.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1272 - Item & cannot be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message V1272, which states "Item & cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of sales documents, such as sales orders or quotations. This error indicates that the item you are trying to delete is not eligible for deletion due to certain conditions or constraints.
  Causes of Error V1272
  
  
  Item Status: The item may have a status that prevents deletion. For example, if the item has already been processed (e.g., delivered, invoiced), it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Dependencies: The item may have dependencies with other items or documents. For instance, if the item is part of a bundle or has been referenced in another document, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Document Type Restrictions: Certain document types may have restrictions on item deletion based on business rules or configurations.
  
  
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete items from the document.
  
  
  Custom Logic: There may be custom logic or user exits implemented in the system that prevent the deletion of certain items based on specific criteria.
  
  
  Solutions to Error V1272
  
  
  Check Item Status: Review the status of the item you are trying to delete. If it has been processed (e.g., delivered or invoiced), you may need to reverse those transactions before deletion.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Check if the item is linked to other items or documents. If it is, you may need to remove those links or delete the dependent items/documents first.
  
  
  Consult with Configuration: If the document type has specific rules regarding item deletion, consult with your SAP configuration team to understand the restrictions and see if they can be modified.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete items. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  Custom Logic Review: If there are custom developments in your SAP system, work with your ABAP developers to review any custom logic that may be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible, consider other options such as marking the item as inactive or using a status change if applicable.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA02 (Change Sales Order) or VA03 (Display Sales Order) to manage sales documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for sales order processing to understand the rules and constraints around item deletion.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.