How To Fix VL503 - Error during DELETE & & &

VL503 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VL -

• Message number: 503

• Message text: Error during DELETE & & &

INCLUDE 'NA_SYSAD2' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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VL503 - Details

• The SAP error message VL503 ("Error during DELETE") typically occurs in the context of handling deliveries in the SAP system, particularly when trying to delete a delivery document. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of VL503 Error
  
  Document Locking: The delivery document may be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  Incomplete Data: There may be incomplete or inconsistent data in the delivery document that prevents it from being deleted.
  Dependencies: The delivery may have dependencies, such as open items in accounting or linked documents (e.g., billing documents) that need to be resolved first.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the delivery document.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: Custom code or enhancements in the system may interfere with the standard deletion process.
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Document Locking:
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check if the delivery document is locked by another