How To Fix CJ271 - Version & is controlled by status. You cannot delete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Version & is controlled by status. You cannot delete

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a status-controlled version.

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?

You cannot use this transaction to delete status-controlled versions.
You can only delete time-dependent versions. Select a time-dependent
version and delete it.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ271 - Version & is controlled by status. You cannot delete ?

  The SAP error message "CJ271 Version & is controlled by status. You cannot delete" typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project versions in the Project System (PS) module. This error indicates that the version you are trying to delete is locked or controlled by its status, meaning that it cannot be deleted due to certain restrictions.
  Cause:
  
  Status Control: The version you are trying to delete has a status that prevents deletion. This could be due to the version being released, in use, or having dependencies that require it to remain intact.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or transactions that are dependent on this version, which prevents its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the version.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Version Status: Review the status of the version you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the project in the Project System and checking the version details. If the version is released or has a status that prevents deletion, you may need to change its status first.
  
  
  Change Status: If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the status of the version to a state that allows deletion. This might involve un-releasing the version or changing it to a draft state.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or linked objects that are preventing the deletion. You may need to delete or modify these dependencies first.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to delete the version. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly depending on the configuration and version.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project) to manage project versions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error CJ271 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in your SAP system to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform project management tasks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.