How To Fix PH227 - Cannot cancel. Status <> archived, subtype &

PH227 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Cannot cancel. Status <> archived, subtype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH227 - Cannot cancel. Status <> archived, subtype & ?

  The SAP error message PH227 "Cannot cancel. Status <> archived, subtype &" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when attempting to cancel a record (such as a time entry, leave request, or personnel action) that is not in an appropriate status for cancellation. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Record Status: The record you are trying to cancel is not in an "archived" status. This means that the record is still active or in a status that does not allow for cancellation.
  Subtype Restrictions: The subtype of the record may have specific rules or restrictions that prevent cancellation unless certain conditions are met.
  Data Integrity: There may be dependencies or linked records that prevent the cancellation of the current record.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Record Status: Verify the status of the record you are trying to cancel. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction