How To Fix VHURL125 - Postings exist: deletion only possible via deletion indicator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VHURL - Messages for Returnable Packaging Account Processing

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Postings exist: deletion only possible via deletion indicator

What causes this issue?

Postings have already been made to this partner relationship.

System Response

It is only possible to physically delete a partner relationship if no
postings have yet been made to it. Instead, a deletion marker is
assigned.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VHURL125 - Postings exist: deletion only possible via deletion indicator ?

  The SAP error message VHURL125 indicates that there are existing postings related to a particular object (such as a document or a record) that prevent it from being deleted directly. This is a common scenario in SAP systems where data integrity is maintained by ensuring that related postings or transactions are not inadvertently deleted.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete an object that has associated postings. In SAP, certain objects cannot be deleted if they are linked to other data, as this could lead to inconsistencies in the database. The system requires that you first mark the object for deletion using a deletion indicator before it can be removed.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Object: Determine which object is causing the error. This could be a material, vendor, customer, or any other entity that has postings associated with it.
  
  
  Check for Postings: Review the postings related to the object. You can do this by using transaction codes relevant to the object type (e.g., MB51 for material documents, FBL1N for vendor line items, etc.).
  
  
  Set Deletion Indicator:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction for the object type.
  Find the option to set a deletion indicator. This is usually found in the master data maintenance screen.
  Set the deletion indicator for the object. This action marks the object for deletion but does not remove it from the database immediately.
  
  
  
  Delete the Object: After setting the deletion indicator, you can proceed to delete the object. The system should allow you to do this without generating the error.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: If you still encounter issues, ensure that there are no other dependencies or postings that need to be addressed.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for the type of object you are working with (e.g., MM01 for material master, XK02 for vendor master).
  Data Integrity: Understand the importance of data integrity in SAP. Deleting objects without proper checks can lead to data inconsistencies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to the object type you are dealing with.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to set deletion indicators and delete objects in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VHURL125 error and successfully delete the object in question.