How To Fix CTSPRJ080 - &1 has already been released; entry cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTSPRJ - CTS: Projects

• Message number: 080

• Message text: &1 has already been released; entry cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Request &V1& has already been released. The information stating that
the current request must be imported before request &V1& was exported
with &V1& and cannot be changed.

System Response

Nothing is deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTSPRJ080 - &1 has already been released; entry cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message CTSPRJ080 indicates that a project (or a project-related entry) has already been released, and therefore, it cannot be deleted. This is a common issue in SAP Project System (PS) when trying to delete a project or a related entry that is in a released status.
  
  Cause:
  
  Project Status: The project or entry you are trying to delete has been released. In SAP, once a project is released, it is locked for certain operations, including deletion, to maintain data integrity and prevent accidental loss of important information.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked objects (like WBS elements, network activities, etc.) that are also in a released state, preventing deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete released projects or entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Project Status: Verify the status of the project or entry. If it is indeed released, you will need to revert it to a non-released