How To Fix REFX_CN013 - Deletion not possible; original contract must be activated

REFX_CN013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REFX_CN - Messages for China Localization Function

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Deletion not possible; original contract must be activated

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a version. However, the original contract must be
activated before you can delete a version.

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?

Activate the main contract. On the menu, select <ZH>Real Estate Contract
> Activation and Term > Activate</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REFX_CN013 - Deletion not possible; original contract must be activated ?

  The SAP error message REFX_CN013, which states "Deletion not possible; original contract must be activated," typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE-FX) when you attempt to delete a contract that is not in an active state. This error indicates that the original contract must be activated before any deletion can take place.
  
  Cause:
  
  Contract Status: The contract you are trying to delete is likely in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, it may be in a "draft" or "inactive" state.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked documents that prevent the deletion of the contract.
  Business Logic: The system may have business rules that require contracts to be in a specific state before they can be deleted.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status:
  
  Navigate to the contract in question and check its current status. Ensure that it is activated. If it is not, you