How To Fix VO742 - Unexpected result during delete on table &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VO - W&S: Rough workload forecast + picking wave

• Message number: 742

• Message text: Unexpected result during delete on table &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VO742 - Unexpected result during delete on table & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VO742 - Unexpected result during delete on table &
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs during the deletion process of data in a table related to SAP Vendor Master or Purchasing documents. The message indicates that an unexpected result was encountered when the system tried to delete entries from a specific database table (the table name is shown in the message where the & placeholder is).
  Common causes include:
  
  Inconsistent or corrupted data in the database table.
  Foreign key constraints or dependencies preventing deletion.
  Locking issues where the record is locked by another process.
  Custom enhancements or user exits interfering with standard deletion logic.
  Authorization issues where the user does not have sufficient rights to delete entries.
  Database inconsistencies due to incomplete or failed previous transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify the Table:
  
  Check the exact table name in the error message (replacing the &).
  Use transaction SE11 or SE16/SE16N to inspect the table contents.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check if the record or related entries are locked.
  If locked, determine the locking user and wait or release the lock if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks or database utility tools (e.g., transaction SE14 for database utility).
  Look for orphaned or inconsistent entries related to the deletion.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user performing the deletion has the necessary authorizations.
  
  
  
  Debug or Analyze Enhancements:
  
  If custom code or user exits are involved, debug the deletion process to see if custom logic causes the failure.
  
  
  
  Use Standard SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to VO742 and the specific table.
  Apply any relevant patches or corrections.
  
  
  
  Manual Deletion (if safe):
  
  In rare cases, after thorough analysis and backup, manual deletion via SE14 or direct database commands may be considered.
  Always consult SAP support before manual DB changes.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE11: Data Dictionary (to check table structure)
  SE16 / SE16N: Data Browser (to view table data)
  SM12: Lock Entries
  SE14: Database Utility (to check and repair tables)
  SU53: Authorization Check (to verify user rights)
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  This error is often related to MM (Materials Management) or FI (Financial Accounting) modules, especially in vendor or purchasing document processing.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes for VO742 or related table-specific issues.
  Example: SAP Note 123456 (hypothetical) might address known bugs or fixes.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use transaction SE37 or SE80 to debug the function module or program triggering the deletion.
  Look for the point where the deletion fails and analyze the data and logic.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  VO742 - Unexpected result during delete on table &
  
  
  Cause
  Data inconsistency, locks, authorization, custom code interference, DB constraints
  
  
  Solution
  Check locks, authorizations, data consistency, debug custom code, apply SAP Notes
  
  
  Tools
  SE11, SE16/SE16N, SM12, SE14, SU53, Debugger
  
  
  Related
  Vendor Master, Purchasing Documents, MM/FI modules
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact table name or context (e.g., which transaction or process triggers this error), I can help with more specific guidance.