How To Fix WSUBST022 - Error while deleting the items

WSUBST022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSUBST - Substitution Article Handling

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Error while deleting the items

What causes this issue?

An error occurred while the system was deleting the items in the
assignment table. There were problems during the database update.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Try to delete the items again later.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSUBST022 - Error while deleting the items ?

  SAP Error Message:
  WSUBST022 - Error while deleting the items
  
  
  Cause:
  The error message WSUBST022 typically occurs when there is an issue deleting items in a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element or project structure in SAP Project System (PS). The common causes include:
  
  Dependencies or references exist: The WBS elements or items you are trying to delete are still referenced by other objects such as networks, activities, purchase orders, or settlements.
  Status restrictions: The WBS element or project might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., released or technically complete).
  Open transactions: There might be open or incomplete transactions related to the WBS element, such as open confirmations, goods movements, or costs posted.
  Authorization issues: The user might not have sufficient authorization to delete the items.
  System inconsistencies: Data inconsistencies or database locks might prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the WSUBST022 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check dependencies:
  
  Verify if the WBS elements or items are linked to other objects.
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