How To Fix EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES147 - Cannot delete request; status of request is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES - Message Class for IMDS Results

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Cannot delete request; status of request is &1

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the status. You cannot delete a request if the status is
<LS>Completed</> or <LS>Deleted</>.

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 EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES147 - Cannot delete request; status of request is &1 ?

  The SAP error message EHPRC_CP_IMDS_RES147 indicates that a request cannot be deleted because its status is not appropriate for deletion. The status of the request is represented by &1, which will be replaced by the actual status code when the error occurs.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when you attempt to delete a request that is in a status that does not allow for deletion. Common statuses that might prevent deletion include:
  
  In Process: The request is currently being processed.
  Completed: The request has been completed and may not be eligible for deletion.
  Approved: The request has been approved and cannot be deleted.
  Rejected: Depending on the configuration, rejected requests may also not be deletable.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Review the status of the request that you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that displays the request details.
  
  
  Change the Status: If the request is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status to one that does. This could involve:
  
  Reversing the approval if it is approved.
  Cancelling the request if it is in process.
  If the request is completed, check if there is a way to revert it to a draft or similar status.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (in this case, EHPRC - Environment, Health, and Safety).
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to change the status or if you are unsure about the implications of doing so, it may be best to contact your SAP support team or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in the EHPRC module.
  
  
  Review Configuration: In some cases, the ability to delete requests may be controlled by configuration settings. Review the configuration settings related to request management in your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage requests, such as EHPRC_CP_IMDS or others related to the EHPRC module.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete requests. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to errors.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.