How To Fix PH229 - Cannot cancel. Record not available, subtype &

PH229 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 229

• Message text: Cannot cancel. Record not available, subtype &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH229 - Cannot cancel. Record not available, subtype & ?

  The SAP error message PH229 ("Cannot cancel. Record not available, subtype &") typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Personnel Administration when attempting to cancel a record (such as a personnel action) that is not available for cancellation. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Record Status: The record you are trying to cancel may already be in a status that does not allow for cancellation. For example, if the record has already been processed or finalized, it may not be possible to cancel it.
  
  
  Time Constraints: The record may be outside of the permissible time frame for cancellation. For instance, if a personnel action is locked due to payroll processing or other time constraints, cancellation may not be allowed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to cancel the record may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this