How To Fix PSS4_MSG016 - Project & is in locked or released or completed status; cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSS4_MSG - Message class for simplified Projects

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Project & is in locked or released or completed status; cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSS4_MSG016 - Project & is in locked or released or completed status; cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message PSS4_MSG016 indicates that a project cannot be deleted because it is in a locked, released, or completed status. This is a common issue when trying to manage project data in SAP Project System (PS). Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Project Status: The project is in a status that does not allow deletion. This could be due to:
  
  The project being completed (status "TECO" - Technically Completed).
  The project being released (status "REL" - Released).
  The project being locked for some reason (e.g., due to ongoing transactions or approvals).
  
  
  
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked objects (like WBS elements, networks, or orders) that prevent the project from being deleted.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Change Project Status:
  
  If the project is completed, you may need to reverse the completion status if possible. This can be done by changing the status back to a modifiable state (e.g., "REL").
  If the project is released, you may need to set it back to a "LOCK" or "NOT RELEASED" status.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Review any linked objects or transactions that may be associated with the project. Ensure that there are no open transactions or dependencies that need to be resolved before deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) to check the project status and make necessary changes.
  Use CJ02 (Change Project) to modify the project status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to change the status or if there are complex dependencies, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant who specializes in Project System.
  
  
  
  Archiving:
  
  If deletion is not possible due to business rules or system constraints, consider archiving the project instead. This will remove it from active use while retaining the data for reporting or compliance purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Project System for detailed information on project statuses and management.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP PS, such as:
  
  CJ01 (Create Work Breakdown Structure)
  CJ02 (Change Work Breakdown Structure)
  CJ03 (Display Work Breakdown Structure)
  CJ20N (Project Builder)
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change project statuses or delete projects.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message PSS4_MSG016 and manage your project data effectively in SAP.