How To Fix EL579 - Inst. &1, Bill. Trans. &2, Bill. Date &3: Cannot delete MR results/orders

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EL - IS-U meter reading data processing

• Message number: 579

• Message text: Inst. &1, Bill. Trans. &2, Bill. Date &3: Cannot delete MR results/orders

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the meter reading results/orders for the billing order
with the following data:
Installation &V1&
Billing transaction &V2&
Billing date &V3&
This can be for one of the following reasons:
On-site billing has already taken place for the meter reading results
On-site billing is scheduled for the meter reading results

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EL579 - Inst. &1, Bill. Trans. &2, Bill. Date &3: Cannot delete MR results/orders ?

  The SAP error message EL579 indicates that there is an issue with deleting Material Requirements (MR) results or orders in the system. This error typically arises in the context of production orders, process orders, or other related transactions where the system is preventing the deletion of certain records due to various constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The order or results you are trying to delete may have dependencies or linked documents (e.g., confirmations, goods movements, or invoices) that prevent deletion.
  Status of the Order: The order might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., completed, closed, or technically completed).
  Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the order or results.
  Data Integrity: The system may be enforcing data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of records that are still referenced elsewhere in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the order or results for any linked documents or dependencies. Ensure that all related documents are either deleted or not preventing the deletion.
  Change Order Status: If the order is in a status that does not allow deletion, consider changing its status to one that does (if applicable) or consult with your process owner to determine the appropriate action.
  Authorization Check: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required permissions.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like CO02 (Change Order) or CO03 (Display Order) to check the status and details of the order.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling this error message.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO02, CO03, COHV, and COC1 for managing production orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to order management and deletion processes in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EL579 error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.