How To Fix FITP096 - Request cannot be deleted; cancel it first

FITP096 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITP -

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Request cannot be deleted; cancel it first

What causes this issue?

The request can not be deleted.

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?

Cancel the request and confirm the cancellation. Then you can delete
the request.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FITP096 - Details

• The SAP error message FITP096 indicates that a request cannot be deleted because it must first be canceled. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's transport management system or when dealing with financial documents, such as payment requests or invoices.
  
  Cause:
  
  Pending Status: The request you are trying to delete is in a status that does not allow deletion. It may be pending approval or processing.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked documents that prevent the deletion of the request.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the request directly.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Cancel the Request: Before attempting to delete the request, you need to cancel it. This can usually be done through the transaction code associated with the request (e.g., FB08 for reversing documents).
  Check Status: Verify the status of the request. If it is in a state that allows cancellation, proceed to cancel it.
  Use Appropriate Transactions: Depending on the type