How To Fix 5N266 - IT 0764 may not be deleted because activity &1 is confirmed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 266

• Message text: IT 0764 may not be deleted because activity &1 is confirmed

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete infotype <ZK>Eligibility for Permanent Benefit
(Restrictions) Act</> (<ZH>0764</>). This is not allowed because
activity &v1& is confirmed.

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?

Infotype <ZK>Eligibility for Permanent Benefit (Restrictions) Act</> (
<ZH>0764</>) can only be deleted if no single activity has a processing
date or a confirmation indicator and if no text is included with any
single activity. If you want to delete the infotype, you must check this
beforehand.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N266 - IT 0764 may not be deleted because activity &1 is confirmed ?

  The SAP error message 5N266 with the description "IT 0764 may not be deleted because activity &1 is confirmed" typically occurs in the context of project management or production planning within SAP. This error indicates that you are trying to delete an activity (in this case, activity &1) that has already been confirmed, meaning that some work has been recorded against it, and therefore, it cannot be deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Activity Confirmation: The activity you are trying to delete has been confirmed, which means that there are records in the system indicating that work has been performed on this activity.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of activities that have associated confirmations, as this could lead to inconsistencies in project or production data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Reverse Confirmation: If possible, reverse or delete the confirmation associated with the activity. This can usually be done through the transaction used to confirm the activity (e.g., CO11N for confirmations in production orders). Once the confirmation is reversed, you should be able to delete the activity.
  
  
  Change Activity Status: If the activity is part of a project, you may need to change its status to a state that allows deletion. This might involve setting the activity to "not confirmed" or "inactive."
  
  
  Consult with Project Management: If the activity is part of a larger project, consult with your project manager or team lead to determine if it is appropriate to delete the activity. They may have insights into the implications of deleting confirmed activities.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on your specific scenario, you may need to use different transaction codes to manage confirmations and activities. Common transaction codes include:
  
  CJ20N: Project Builder
  CO02: Change Production Order
  CO11N: Enter Production Order Confirmations
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no other dependencies or linked activities that might be affected by the deletion. 
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed instructions on managing confirmations and activities.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete activities and manage confirmations.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional guidance or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.