How To Fix CN696 - Purchase requisition &1 item &2 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CN - Meldungen für Netzpläne

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Purchase requisition &1 item &2 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

By deleting a material component you have made a change that is
relevant to Purchasing. Due to an error in the processing of the
purchase requisition in Purchasing it is not possible to delete the
purchasing requisition item.

System Response

The system deletes the component when you save the network. As a result
an inconsistency between the purchase requisition and network arises.

How to fix this error?

Do <zh>not</> save the network!
Contact the responsible person in Purchasing to correct the error.
Then try agian to delete the component in the network.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CN696 - Purchase requisition &1 item &2 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CN696 indicates that a specific purchase requisition (PR) item cannot be deleted. This error typically arises due to various reasons related to the status of the purchase requisition or its associated documents. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Status of the Purchase Requisition: The purchase requisition item may be in a status that does not allow deletion, such as "Released" or "Converted to Purchase Order".
  Dependencies: The item may have dependencies, such as being linked to a purchase order, contract, or other documents that prevent deletion.
  Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the purchase requisition item.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may restrict the deletion of purchase requisition items.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Status: Verify the status of the purchase requisition item. If it is released or converted, you may need to reverse or cancel the associated documents before deletion.
  Review Dependencies: Check if the purchase requisition item is linked to any purchase orders or contracts. If so, you may need to delete or modify those documents first.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the item has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition) to check the details of the requisition and see if there are any issues preventing deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations that may affect deletion capabilities.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME51N (Create Purchase Requisition), ME52N (Change Purchase Requisition), and ME53N (Display Purchase Requisition).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user roles and profiles are correctly set up to allow for the necessary actions on purchase requisitions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult SAP's official support channels for further assistance.