How To Fix /CUM/CONMS017 - You can only delete construction measures with status CRTD or DLT

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CUM/CONMS -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: You can only delete construction measures with status CRTD or DLT

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CUM/CONMS017 - You can only delete construction measures with status CRTD or DLT ?

  The SAP error message /CUM/CONMS017 indicates that you are trying to delete a construction measure (or construction project) that is not in a status that allows deletion. Specifically, the message states that you can only delete construction measures that have a status of "CRTD" (Created) or "DLT" (Deleted).
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the construction measure you are attempting to delete is in a status that does not permit deletion. Common statuses that might prevent deletion include:
  
  ACTV (Active)
  CLOSD (Closed)
  CNCLD (Cancelled)
  Any other status that is not CRTD or DLT.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the current status of the construction measure you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the details of the construction measure.
  
  
  Change the Status: If the construction measure is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status to either CRTD or DLT. This may involve:
  
  Closing the construction measure if it is currently active.
  Cancelling the construction measure if it is in a status that allows for cancellation.
  
  
  
  Delete the Measure: Once the status is changed to CRTD or DLT, you should be able to delete the construction measure without encountering the error.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about how to change the status or if you do not have the necessary permissions, consult your SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for managing construction measures, such as CUMC (for creating and managing construction measures).
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to change the status of construction measures and to delete them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or updates that may affect the behavior of construction measures in your specific SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the construction measure if it meets the criteria.