How To Fix OQ_B329 - Only one status is left. Deletion is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OQ_B - IS-Oil SSR : Message pool Service Station Base

• Message number: 329

• Message text: Only one status is left. Deletion is not possible

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete the only existing status for the business location.

System Response

The system does not allow that. At least one status has to be left for
processing the service station.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Contact your system administrator.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OQ_B329 - Only one status is left. Deletion is not possible ?

  The SAP error message OQ_B329, which states "Only one status is left. Deletion is not possible," typically occurs in the context of managing the status of a document or object in SAP, such as a production order, sales order, or other transactional data. This error indicates that the system has determined that there is only one status remaining for the object in question, and therefore, it cannot be deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Single Status Remaining: The primary cause of this error is that the object you are trying to delete has only one status left. In many SAP processes, certain statuses are required to maintain the integrity of the data and the workflow.
  Status Management: SAP uses a status management system to control the lifecycle of documents. If an object is in a status that is critical or final, it may not allow deletion.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that prevent the deletion of the current object.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Review the current status of the object. If it is in a final or critical status, you may need to change it to a different status before deletion is possible.
  Change Status: If applicable, change the status of the object to a status that allows for deletion. This may involve using a transaction code or function that allows you to modify the status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the status management rules.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure how to proceed or if the object should be deletable, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you manage statuses, such as CO02 for production orders or VA02 for sales orders.
  Status Profiles: Understand the status profiles configured in your SAP system, as they dictate which statuses are available and what actions can be performed on objects in those statuses.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change statuses or delete objects, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the OQ_B329 error and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.