How To Fix W_DSD_01165 - &1 source list entries can not be terminated/deleted

W_DSD_01165 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_DSD_01 - Global message class for DSD

• Message number: 165

• Message text: &1 source list entries can not be terminated/deleted

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W_DSD_01165 - Details

• The SAP error message W_DSD_01165 indicates that certain source list entries cannot be terminated or deleted. This error typically arises in the context of managing source lists for materials in the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the Distribution and Supply Chain modules.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Dependent Documents: The source list entries may be linked to dependent documents such as purchase orders, contracts, or other procurement documents. If there are active documents referencing the source list, you cannot delete or terminate the entries.
  
  
  Status of Source List: The source list may be in a status that does not allow for deletion. For example, if the source list is marked as "locked" or "in use," it cannot be modified.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify the source list entries.
  
  
  Time Constraints: If the source list entries are within a certain time frame