How To Fix RMSRCPDIA106 - You are not permitted to delete the version; see recipe status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RMSRCPDIA - RMS-RCP: Message Package RMSRCPDIA - User Interface

• Message number: 106

• Message text: You are not permitted to delete the version; see recipe status

What causes this issue?

You can only delete a version if the recipe has the status <ZK>In
Process</>, <ZK>Rejected</>, or <ZK>Obsolete</>. However, the current
version has a different status.

System Response

The version is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Check the status of the version.
If you want to delete the version, set the status of the version to
<ZK>In Process</>, <ZK>Rejected</>, or <ZK>Obsolete</> on the
<ZK>Basic Data</> tab page. Delete the version afterwards.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RMSRCPDIA106 - You are not permitted to delete the version; see recipe status ?

  The SAP error message RMSRCPDIA106 indicates that you are trying to delete a version of a recipe, but the system is preventing this action due to the current status of the recipe. This typically occurs in the context of Recipe Management within SAP, where certain statuses of recipes restrict modifications, including deletions.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the recipe being in a status that does not allow for deletion. Common statuses that may prevent deletion include:
  
  Released
  Approved
  In use (e.g., linked to production orders or other processes)
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Recipe Status: Review the status of the recipe you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the recipe in the SAP system and checking its current status.
  
  
  Change Recipe Status: If the recipe is in a status that prevents deletion, you may need to change its status. This could involve:
  
  Un-releasing the recipe if it is released.
  Changing the status to a draft or inactive state if possible.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: Ensure that there are no active dependencies on the recipe. For example, if the recipe is linked to production orders, you may need to complete or delete those orders first.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines regarding recipe management to understand the specific statuses and their implications.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete the recipe version. If you do not have the required authorization, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to change the status or if you are unsure about the implications of doing so, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Recipe Management (e.g., C201 for creating recipes, C202 for changing recipes).
  Training: If you frequently work with recipes in SAP, consider undergoing training to better understand the workflow and status management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.