How To Fix 56246 - Delete or cancel not possible

56246 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Delete or cancel not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 56246 - Delete or cancel not possible ?

  The SAP error message "56246: Delete or cancel not possible" typically occurs when a user attempts to delete or cancel a document or entry in the SAP system that is not allowed due to certain constraints or conditions. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information regarding this error:
  Causes:
  
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to delete or cancel may be in a status that does not allow deletion or cancellation. For example, if the document has already been posted or processed in a way that locks it for further changes.
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependent documents or entries that are linked to the document you are trying to delete. For instance, if there are subsequent transactions that rely on the original document, SAP will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete or cancel the document. SAP has strict