How To Fix EDEREG096 - You are not permitted to delete the agreement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDEREG - Messages for Deregulation Scenarios

• Message number: 096

• Message text: You are not permitted to delete the agreement

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the agreement as the valid-from date &v1& lies before
or on the same date as the actual date &v2&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDEREG096 - You are not permitted to delete the agreement ?

  The SAP error message EDEREG096 ("You are not permitted to delete the agreement") typically occurs when a user attempts to delete a contract or agreement in the SAP system but does not have the necessary authorizations to perform that action. This is a common issue related to user permissions and roles within the SAP environment.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Authorizations: The user does not have the required permissions assigned to their user role to delete agreements.
  Status of the Agreement: The agreement may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it may be completed, archived, or in use).
  Custom Business Logic: There may be custom validations or business rules implemented in the system that prevent the deletion of certain agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Review the user's role and authorization profiles to ensure they have the necessary permissions to delete agreements. This can be done by an SAP security administrator.
  The relevant authorization objects may include F_BKPF_BWA (for document management) or other specific objects related to the agreement type.
  
  
  
  Review Agreement Status:
  
  Check the status of the agreement you are trying to delete. If it is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status or follow the appropriate process to close it before deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you believe you should have the necessary permissions, consult with your SAP Basis or security team to investigate and adjust your authorizations as needed.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If there are custom developments or enhancements in your SAP system, check with your development team to see if there are any specific checks that prevent deletion of agreements.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the processes and permissions required for managing agreements in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may be using transaction codes like ME32K (Change Contract) or ME33K (Display Contract) when encountering this error.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Familiarize yourself with the roles and authorizations in your organization’s SAP system to understand what permissions are required for specific actions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.