How To Fix AO236 - The status does not allow deleting appropriation request &1

AO236 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 236

• Message text: The status does not allow deleting appropriation request &1

What causes this issue?

You want to delete appropriation request &V1&.
However, the status of the appropriation request is not 'created' or
'rejected.'

System Response

Deleting the appropriation request is not possible.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete appropriation request &V1&, check if you can
reset the status to 'created' or 'rejected.'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO236 - The status does not allow deleting appropriation request &1 ?

  The SAP error message AO236, which states "The status does not allow deleting appropriation request &1," typically occurs when you attempt to delete an appropriation request (investment request) that is in a status that does not permit deletion. This can happen for various reasons, such as the request being in a status that has already been processed or approved.
  
  Cause:
  
  Status Restrictions: The appropriation request may be in a status that is not allowed for deletion (e.g., approved, in process, or completed).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked documents (like purchase orders or projects) that prevent the deletion of the appropriation request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the appropriation request in its current status.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Review the status of the appropriation request. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code AO22 for changing the appropriation request) and checking the status field.
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