How To Fix PEP080 - This entry cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PEP - Schedule Manager: Messages

• Message number: 080

• Message text: This entry cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete a log entry for a flow definition or a job from
the calendar. This is no longer possible once the task has been started
or has finished, as otherwise there would be no guarantee of complete
documentation for the tasks executed.

System Response

The function is not executed.

How to fix this error?

The log entries are deleted from the schedule manager data during the
periodic reorganization.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PEP080 - This entry cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PEP080, which states "This entry cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of Project System (PS) or related modules when a user attempts to delete a project element, such as a work breakdown structure (WBS) element, activity, or other project-related entries.
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The entry you are trying to delete may have dependencies or relationships with other project elements. For example, if there are assigned costs, planned activities, or other linked objects, the system will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Status: The project element may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if the project is already completed or has been released, it may be locked for changes.
  
  
  Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the entry. SAP has strict authorization checks, and if the user lacks the required permissions, the deletion will be blocked.
  
  
  Data Consistency: The system may have detected inconsistencies in the data that prevent the deletion of the entry.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or relationships associated with the entry. You may need to delete or modify related entries before you can delete the target entry.
  
  
  Change Status: If the project element is in a status that prevents deletion, consider changing its status to allow for deletion. This may involve reversing certain transactions or changing the project status.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate permissions.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks or reports to identify any issues with the project data. You may need to resolve these issues before attempting to delete the entry again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the project element you are trying to delete.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP Project System, such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJ02 (Change Project), to manage project elements effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error PEP080 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PEP080 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.