How To Fix WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES007 - Entry cannot be deleted, uncheck option to disable enhancements

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES - Messages for empties enhancement

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Entry cannot be deleted, uncheck option to disable enhancements

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES007 - Entry cannot be deleted, uncheck option to disable enhancements ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES007 – Entry cannot be deleted, uncheck option to disable enhancements
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to delete an entry in a SAP system (often related to enhancement framework or custom enhancements), but the system prevents deletion because the entry is linked to active enhancements or the enhancement framework is currently enabled for that object. The system requires that the enhancements be disabled or unchecked before allowing deletion of the entry.
  In other words, the entry you want to delete is protected because the enhancement option is still active/enabled, and SAP does not allow deletion while enhancements are enabled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Uncheck or Disable the Enhancement Option:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration or transaction where the enhancement is enabled.
  Find the option or checkbox that enables the enhancement for the object or entry.
  Uncheck or disable this option to deactivate the enhancement.
  
  
  
  Delete the Entry:
  
  Once the enhancement is disabled, try deleting the entry again.
  The system should now allow the deletion without throwing the error.
  
  
  
  Re-enable Enhancements (if needed):
  
  After deletion, if the enhancement is still required for other entries or processes, you can re-enable it.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This message is commonly seen in contexts involving SAP Enhancement Framework, Business Add-Ins (BAdIs), or custom enhancements in transactions like SPRO, IMG, or custom configuration tables.
  The error ensures data integrity by preventing deletion of entries that are still in use or linked to active enhancements.
  Always check dependencies before deleting entries to avoid inconsistencies.
  If unsure where the enhancement option is, check the documentation or consult the developer/functional consultant responsible for the enhancement.
  
  
  Example Scenario:
  
  You have a custom enhancement active for a sales document type.
  You want to delete a configuration entry related to this enhancement.
  The system throws WGDS_ENH_EMPTIES007.
  You go to the enhancement settings and uncheck the "Enable Enhancement" checkbox.
  Now you delete the entry successfully.
  Finally, you can re-enable the enhancement if needed.
  
  
  If you provide the exact transaction or context where this error occurs, I can give more specific guidance.