How To Fix 56191 - Trip & & & cannot be deleted because it has already been posted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 56 - HR TRAVEL: Messages for Trip Costs Dialog

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Trip & & & cannot be deleted because it has already been posted.

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a trip that has already been posted.

System Response

For auditing reasons, the system does not allow deletion of trips that
have already been posted or canceled.

How to fix this error?

To reverse the posting of a posted trip, you can cancel it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56191 - Trip & & & cannot be deleted because it has already been posted. ?

  The SAP error message 56191 indicates that a trip cannot be deleted because it has already been posted. This typically occurs in the context of travel management within SAP, where a trip is created, and once it is posted (i.e., processed for payment or reimbursement), it cannot be deleted directly.
  Cause:
  
  Trip Status: The trip has been posted to accounting or has been processed in some way, which locks it from being deleted.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of records that have already been used in financial transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete posted trips.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Reverse the Posting: If you need to delete the trip, you may first need to reverse the posting. This can typically be done through the transaction code used for travel management (e.g., PR05 for travel expenses). Look for options to reverse or cancel the trip.
  
  
  Change Trip Status: If the trip is in a status that allows for changes, you may be able to change its status to a draft or a similar state that allows deletion.
  
  
  Consult with Finance: If the trip has financial implications, consult with your finance department to understand the implications of reversing the posting and to ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify trips. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes:
  
  PR05: Display/Change Travel Expenses
  PR06: Display/Change Travel Requests
  PR07: Display/Change Travel Allowances
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on travel management for best practices on handling trips and postings.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for creating, posting, and managing trips to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  If the above solutions do not resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.