How To Fix WER425 - Deletion not allowed, element &1 is not in edit mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WER - Messages for the package WER

• Message number: 425

• Message text: Deletion not allowed, element &1 is not in edit mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WER425 - Deletion not allowed, element &1 is not in edit mode ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WER425 - Deletion not allowed, element &1 is not in edit mode
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you attempt to delete an element (such as a line item, a node, or a component) in a document or structure that is currently not in edit mode. In SAP, certain objects or elements must be explicitly set to "edit mode" before you can perform changes like deletion. If the element is locked, finalized, or in a status that prevents editing, the system will raise this error.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  Trying to delete a BOM (Bill of Materials) item or routing operation that is not in change mode.
  Attempting to delete a document line or structure element that is locked or released.
  The object is in display mode or locked by another user/session.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Switch to Edit Mode:
  
  Ensure that you have opened the object (e.g., BOM, routing, document) in change mode (not display mode).
  For example, in transaction codes like CS02 (Change BOM), CA02 (Change Routing), or VA02 (Change Sales Order), make sure you are not in display mode.
  
  
  
  Check Object Status:
  
  Verify that the object or element is not locked or released.
  If the object is released (e.g., BOM or routing), you may need to set it back to a modifiable status or create a new version.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Object:
  
  If the object is locked by another user or session, wait until it is unlocked or contact the user to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to change or delete the element.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  Use the appropriate transaction or function module that allows editing and deletion.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:
  
  CS01 / CS02 / CS03 – Create / Change / Display BOM
  CA01 / CA02 / CA03 – Create / Change / Display Routing
  VA01 / VA02 / VA03 – Create / Change / Display Sales Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check SAP Notes related to WER425 for any specific patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you are a developer or consultant, check the program or user-exit where the error is raised to understand the logic that checks the edit mode.
  
  
  
  User Guide:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation on the specific module (PP, SD, MM) for handling change modes and object statuses.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  WER425 indicates you are trying to delete an element that is not currently editable. To fix this, open the object in change mode, ensure it is not locked or released, and then perform the deletion.
  
  If you provide the specific transaction or object type where this error occurs, I can give more tailored advice.