FAP_GRIR_STATUS023 - Deletion of status &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAP_GRIR_STATUS - GRIR messages

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Deletion of status &1 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAP_GRIR_STATUS023 - Deletion of status &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FAP_GRIR_STATUS023 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a status that is not allowed in the system. This typically occurs in the context of the Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR) process, where certain statuses are protected due to business rules or system constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Status Protection: The status you are trying to delete is likely protected by the system due to its current usage in transactions or because it is a critical status that should not be removed.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or documents that are still referencing the status you are trying to delete.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may have rules that prevent the deletion of certain statuses to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any open transactions or documents that are linked to the status you are trying to delete. You may need to resolve or close these transactions first.
  Review Status Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the system to understand why the status is protected. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team or reviewing the relevant customizing settings.
  Use Alternative Methods: If deletion is not possible, consider whether you can change the status instead of deleting it, or if you can mark it as inactive if that aligns with your business process.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the GR/IR process and status management for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting business operations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MB1A (Goods Withdrawal), MIRO (Invoice Verification), and MIGO (Goods Movement) that may be involved in the GR/IR process.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the GR/IR process and error messages for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the deletion has the necessary authorizations to perform such actions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.