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

WER425 - Overview

• 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).
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