How To Fix WB2B312 - Cannot delete item &2 of document &1; &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 312

• Message text: Cannot delete item &2 of document &1; &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B312 - Cannot delete item &2 of document &1; &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message WB2B312 indicates that there is an attempt to delete an item from a document, but the specified item does not exist in the document. This can occur in various contexts, such as sales orders, purchase orders, or other document types within the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Item Already Deleted: The item you are trying to delete may have already been deleted in a previous operation.
  Incorrect Item Number: The item number specified in the deletion request may be incorrect or does not match any existing items in the document.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for item deletion (e.g., completed or archived).
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with the document's data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Item Existence: Check the document to confirm that the item you are trying to delete actually exists. You can do this by reviewing the document in the relevant transaction (e.g., VA03 for sales orders, ME23N for purchase orders).
  Check Document Status: Ensure that the document is in a status that allows for item deletion. If the document is completed or locked, you may need to change its status or unlock it.
  Correct Item Number: Double-check the item number you are using for deletion. Make sure it matches the item number in the document.
  Review Change Logs: If applicable, review any change logs or history for the document to see if the item was deleted or modified by another user or process.
  Consult with Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP technical support team or a functional consultant to investigate further, especially if there are data consistency issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for viewing and managing documents (e.g., VA03 for sales orders, ME23N for purchase orders).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete items from the document.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to the specific module you are working with for more context on item management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.