How To Fix VO754 - Error during deletion in internal table &1 with argument &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 754

• Message text: Error during deletion in internal table &1 with argument &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VO754 - Error during deletion in internal table &1 with argument &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VO754 - Error during deletion in internal table &1 with argument &2
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during the processing of internal tables in SAP, specifically when the system tries to delete an entry from an internal table but fails. The placeholders &1 and &2 represent:
  
  &1: The name of the internal table.
  &2: The key or argument value used to identify the entry to be deleted.
  
  The cause is typically one of the following:
  
  The entry with the specified key (&2) does not exist in the internal table (&1).
  The internal table is not properly initialized or is empty.
  There is a programming logic error where the deletion is attempted without verifying the existence of the entry.
  The internal table is defined as a standard table and the deletion is attempted using a key that does not uniquely identify an entry.
  The internal table might be sorted or hashed, but the deletion is attempted incorrectly.
  
  
  When does it occur?
  
  During ABAP program execution when the DELETE statement is used on an internal table.
  Often seen in user exits, BAdIs, or custom code where internal tables are manipulated.
  Can occur in standard SAP programs if there is inconsistent data or during certain transactions involving internal table operations.
  
  
  How to Analyze:
  
  
  Check the program or user exit where the error occurs.
  
  Look for the DELETE statement on the internal table named &1.
  
  
  Verify the existence of the entry before deletion.
  
  Use READ TABLE or LOOP AT to check if the entry with key &2 exists.
  
  
  Check the type of internal table:  
  
  Standard table: DELETE removes the first matching entry.
  Sorted or hashed table: DELETE requires a unique key.
  
  
  
  Debug the program:
  
  Set a breakpoint before the DELETE statement and check the contents of the internal table and the key value.
  
  
  Check for initialization:
  
  Ensure the internal table is properly declared and filled before deletion.
  
  
  
  Solution / How to Fix:
  
  
  Add existence check before deletion:
  
  Use READ TABLE or LOOP AT to confirm the entry exists before deleting.
  READ TABLE it_table WITH KEY key_field = value TRANSPORTING NO FIELDS.
  IF sy-subrc = 0.
    DELETE it_table WITH KEY key_field = value.
  ELSE.
    " Handle the case when entry does not exist
  ENDIF.
  
  
  Ensure correct key usage:
  
  Make sure the key used in DELETE matches the table type and key definition.
  
  
  Initialize internal tables properly:
  
  Before deletion, ensure the internal table is not initial or empty.
  
  
  Check for multiple entries:
  
  If the internal table is standard and multiple entries with the same key exist, consider deleting all or the correct one.
  
  
  Review custom code or enhancements:
  
  If the error occurs in custom code, review the logic for internal table handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  ABAP Documentation on Internal Tables:
  
  SAP Help Portal - Internal Tables
  
  
  Common ABAP Statements:  
  
  DELETE itab WITH KEY ...  
  READ TABLE itab WITH KEY ...
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to VO754 or internal table deletion errors for specific patches or known issues.
  
  
  Debugging Tips:
  
  Use transaction SE38 or SE80 to debug the program and analyze internal table contents.
  
  
  
  If you provide the program name or context where this error occurs, I can help you with more specific guidance.