How To Fix PD006 - Designation of person & for action could not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PD - HR-PD: Reserved

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Designation of person & for action could not be deleted

What causes this issue?

The designation of person &V1& could not be deleted. Either an active
plan version does not exist, or a designation could not be found on the
database, or a deletion error has occurred on the database.

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?

Find out which of the three possible causes of the problem applies.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PD006 - Designation of person & for action could not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PD006 ("Designation of person & for action could not be deleted") typically occurs in the context of Personnel Administration (PA) or Organizational Management (OM) modules when there is an attempt to delete a designation (such as a job title or position) associated with a person or an action, but the system prevents this action due to certain constraints.
  Causes:
  
  Existing Dependencies: The designation may be linked to other records or actions that prevent its deletion. For example, if the designation is still active or has historical data associated with it, the system will not allow deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the designation.
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the designation is part of a larger structure (like a position in an organizational hierarchy), it cannot be deleted without addressing those dependencies.
  Incorrect Action Type: The action type being processed may not allow for the deletion of the designation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the records associated with the designation. Ensure that there are no active actions or dependencies that would prevent deletion. You may need to terminate or change the status of related records first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the designation has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to check the status of the designation and any related actions.
  Consult with HR or IT: If you are unsure about the dependencies or the implications of deleting the designation, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for guidance.
  Change Instead of Delete: If deletion is not possible, consider whether changing the designation or marking it as inactive is a viable alternative.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and PPOME (Change Organizational Plan).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Personnel Administration and Organizational Management for best practices on managing designations and personnel actions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support for further assistance.