How To Fix PH221 - Cancellation is not possible, technical error in table T569B

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Cancellation is not possible, technical error in table T569B

What causes this issue?

While cancelling the personnel number's assignment to an archiving
group, a technical error occurred. The system could not delete the
appropriate data from table T569B <LS>Archiving Information for Cluster
B2</>.

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?

Repeat the action that triggered this error message. If the error
re-occurs, contact SAP for clarification.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH221 - Cancellation is not possible, technical error in table T569B ?

  The SAP error message PH221, which states "Cancellation is not possible, technical error in table T569B," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and payroll processing. This error indicates that there is a technical issue with the data in the T569B table, which is used to store information related to personnel actions and infotypes.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The T569B table may have inconsistencies or corrupt data that prevent the cancellation of a personnel action.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries or records in the T569B table that are required for the cancellation process.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the system related to personnel actions or infotypes can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the cancellation, which can sometimes manifest as a technical error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Table T569B: Use transaction SE11 or SE16 to view the contents of the T569B table. Look for any inconsistencies or missing entries that may be causing the error.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check for personnel administration to identify and resolve any issues with the data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to personnel actions and infotypes in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting the cancellation has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions) to navigate personnel administration tasks.
  Infotypes: Understand the infotypes related to the personnel actions you are working with, as they may provide context for the error.
  System Logs: Check system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the PH221 error in SAP.