How To Fix AO290 - App. request &1 is an original app. request and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 290

• Message text: App. request &1 is an original app. request and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete appropriation request &V1&.
Appropriation request &V1&, however, is defined as an original
appropriation request, and therefore serves as the 'focal point' for
other alternate requests.
You can delete an original appropriation request only if there are no
longer any other alternate requests linked to it.

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 still
need the links to it as an original appropriation request. If not,
delete these links.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO290 - App. request &1 is an original app. request and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message AO290 indicates that you are trying to delete an application request that is marked as an original application request. In SAP, application requests are part of the transport management system (TMS) and are used to move changes from one system to another (e.g., from development to quality assurance or production).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The application request you are trying to delete is the original request, which means it is the first request created for a particular change.
  Original requests cannot be deleted directly to maintain the integrity of the transport system and ensure that changes are tracked properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can consider the following options:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Request: Ensure that the request is not in a status that prevents deletion (e.g., released or imported). If it is released, you may need to revert it or create a new request to manage the changes.
  
  
  Use the Transport Organizer: 
  
  Go to the Transport Organizer (transaction code SE09 or SE10).
  Find the request you want to delete.
  If it is an original request, you may need to create a new request to move the changes you want to keep and then delete the original request if it is no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Delete the Request in a Different Way: If you are sure that the request is no longer needed, you can:
  
  Use the transaction code SE01 to manage transport requests.
  Select the request and check if you can delete it from there, but be cautious as this may affect the transport history.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the request, consult with your SAP Basis team. They can provide guidance on the best practices for managing transport requests and may have the necessary authorizations to assist you.
  
  
  Use the Transport Management System (TMS): If the request is part of a transport route, you may need to manage it through TMS. Ensure that the request is not part of any active transport.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Requests: Understand the different types of transport requests (e.g., workbench requests, customizing requests) and their purposes.
  Transport Management System (TMS): Familiarize yourself with how TMS works in SAP, including how to create, release, and manage transport requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to transport request management.
  
  Always ensure that you have proper backups and understand the implications of deleting transport requests, as this can affect the development and production environments.