How To Fix VW160 - ... Delete section successful (Key & &, category &, no. &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VW - Shipment Processing Output

• Message number: 160

• Message text: ... Delete section successful (Key & &, category &, no. &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VW160 - ... Delete section successful (Key & &, category &, no. &) ?

  The SAP error message VW160, which states "Delete section successful (Key & &, category &, no. &)," typically indicates that a deletion operation was successfully executed in the system. This message is not an error in the traditional sense; rather, it is an informational message confirming that a specific section (identified by the key, category, and number) has been deleted successfully.
  Cause:
  
  The message is generated when a user or a program attempts to delete a section from a document or a record in SAP, and the deletion is processed without any issues.
  The key, category, and number in the message provide specific details about the section that was deleted.
  
  Solution:
  Since this message indicates a successful deletion, there is no action required to resolve an error. However, if you are expecting the deletion to fail or if you are concerned about the implications of the deletion, consider the following steps:
  
  Verify Deletion Intent: Ensure that the deletion was intended. If it was not, you may need to restore the deleted data if possible.
  Check Related Data: Review any related data or documents to ensure that the deletion does not affect other processes or records.
  Audit Trail: If necessary, check the audit trail or logs to confirm who performed the deletion and when it occurred.
  Backup: If you are concerned about data integrity, ensure that you have backups in place to restore any critical information that may have been deleted unintentionally.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the deletion, you may be using specific transaction codes (e.g., VA02 for sales orders, ME22N for purchase orders) that relate to the document or record you are working with.
  Authorization: Ensure that the user performing the deletion has the appropriate authorizations to avoid unauthorized changes.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific transaction or module you are working with.
  
  If you encounter this message in a context where you did not expect a deletion to occur, it may be worth investigating further to understand the circumstances surrounding the deletion.