How To Fix AREN079 - Deletion was not explicitly permitted (see transaction AR_CUST)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AREN - Messages - Archiving Engine

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Deletion was not explicitly permitted (see transaction AR_CUST)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AREN079 - Deletion was not explicitly permitted (see transaction AR_CUST) ?

  The SAP error message AREN079, which states "Deletion was not explicitly permitted (see transaction AR_CUST)," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a customer master record or related data in the SAP system, but the system settings do not allow for such deletions. This is often due to configuration settings that restrict the deletion of certain records to prevent data integrity issues.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The deletion of customer records may be restricted in the system configuration. This is often done to prevent accidental deletions that could lead to data inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion actions on customer records.
  Data Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked records that prevent the deletion of the customer record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction AR_CUST (Customer Master Data) and review the settings related to deletion permissions. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to adjust these settings if necessary.
  Ensure that the deletion flag is set correctly in the configuration for customer master records.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete customer records. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs, or by reviewing the user's role assignments in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are dependencies (like open invoices, contracts, etc.) associated with the customer record, you may need to resolve these issues before deletion. This could involve clearing outstanding transactions or archiving data.
  
  
  
  Use of Deletion Flag:
  
  Instead of deleting the record, consider using the deletion flag option. This allows you to mark the record for deletion without actually removing it from the database, which can help maintain data integrity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on handling customer master data and the implications of deletion.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AR_CUST: Customer Master Data
  SU53: Authorization Check
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles are properly configured to allow for the necessary actions on customer records.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.