How To Fix VL305 - Document has been deleted

VL305 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 305

• Message text: Document has been deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VL305 - Document has been deleted ?

  The SAP error message VL305, which states "Document has been deleted," typically occurs in the context of logistics and inventory management, particularly when dealing with delivery documents. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a document that has been marked as deleted in the database.
  Causes:
  
  Document Deletion: The most straightforward cause is that the delivery document has been deleted either manually or through a batch job.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to incomplete transactions or issues during data migration.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, users may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access certain documents, leading to this error.
  System Errors: Bugs or issues in the SAP system can also lead to unexpected behavior, including the deletion of documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the document in question has indeed been deleted. You can do this by checking the relevant tables (e.g., LIKP for delivery headers)