How To Fix FITVPS189 - Cannot delete parallel business trip

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Cannot delete parallel business trip

What causes this issue?

Absences for approved parallel business trips are automatically imported
and displayed on the Absences tab. It is therefore not possible to
delete the absences of the approved parallel business trips when
entering separation allowances.

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?

Delete the parallel business trip in the travel manager.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITVPS189 - Cannot delete parallel business trip ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS189, which states "Cannot delete parallel business trip," typically occurs when there are multiple business trips that overlap in time for the same employee. This situation can arise when an employee has two or more business trips scheduled that conflict with each other, making it impossible for the system to delete one without affecting the other.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Business Trips: The primary cause of this error is that the business trip you are trying to delete overlaps with another active business trip for the same employee.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that business trips are managed correctly and that there are no conflicts in the records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Overlapping Trips:
  
  Go to the business trip management screen and check the list of business trips for the employee in question.
  Identify any trips that overlap with the one you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Adjust or Delete Conflicting Trips:
  
  If you find overlapping trips, you may need to adjust the dates of the trips to eliminate the conflict.
  Alternatively, if one of the trips is no longer needed, you can delete the conflicting trip first before attempting to delete the desired trip.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Travel Management:
  
  If you are unsure about which trips can be modified or deleted, consult with your HR department or travel management team to ensure compliance with company policies.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like PR05 (for travel expenses) or CATS (Cross-Application Time Sheet) to review and manage business trips.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Documents:
  
  Ensure that there are no related documents (like expense reports) that depend on the business trip you are trying to delete.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete business trips in the system.
  Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for specific procedures related to business trip management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FITVPS189 error and manage business trips effectively within SAP.