How To Fix DPR_SHARED062 - Transfer status does not allow deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DPR_SHARED - Development Projects: Messages for Shared Objects

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Transfer status does not allow deletion

What causes this issue?

The project or project structure has already been transferred to
accounting. You can no longer delete the project or any individual
project elements from the project structure for consistency reasons.

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 can now only archive the project.

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 DPR_SHARED062 - Transfer status does not allow deletion ?

  The SAP error message DPR_SHARED062 with the description "Transfer status does not allow deletion" typically occurs in the context of project management within SAP, particularly when dealing with project definitions, work breakdown structures (WBS), or project-related documents.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you attempt to delete a project or a project-related object (like a WBS element or a task) that is in a transfer status that does not permit deletion. The transfer status indicates the current state of the project or task in the system, and certain statuses may restrict actions like deletion to maintain data integrity and prevent loss of important information.
  Common Scenarios Leading to the Error:
  
  The project or task is currently being processed or has been transferred to another system (e.g., from development to production).
  The project is in a status that is not allowed for deletion, such as "In Progress," "Completed," or "Transferred."
  There are dependencies or linked documents that