How To Fix CR073 - System error: You cannot delete Infotype &

CR073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CR - (1,099) Work Center; (100,200) Capacity

• Message number: 073

• Message text: System error: You cannot delete Infotype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CR073 - System error: You cannot delete Infotype & ?

  The SAP error message CR073 ("System error: You cannot delete Infotype &") typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete an infotype record that is not allowed due to various reasons. Infotypes in SAP HR (Human Resources) are used to store employee-related data, and certain infotypes have restrictions on deletion based on business rules or system settings.
  Causes:
  
  Infotype Locking: The infotype may be locked for deletion due to existing dependencies or relationships with other data.
  Data Consistency: The system may prevent deletion to maintain data integrity. For example, if the infotype is linked to other infotypes or records that are still active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the infotype.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of certain infotypes based on business processes.
  Time Constraints: If the infotype record is within a certain time frame (e.g., current or future dates), the system