The work addresses the prerequisites and legal consequences of withdrawal due to poor performance in the context of business acquisitions. It examines the applicability of sales law warranty regulations regarding withdrawal in relation to business purchases. Furthermore, the practical implications of the legal findings are presented and evaluated. The work concludes that the regulations are suitable for business acquisitions from both a legal and practical perspective. They contain various points of reference for considering the specific characteristics of the subject matter of the purchase, which is a business. Nevertheless, the parties involved in a business acquisition should aim to minimize the risk of withdrawal due to poor performance as much as possible. The work provides corresponding recommendations.