How To Fix TFC0039 - Task list from template & on key date & cannot be deleted

TFC0039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TFC0 - Messages in FC

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Task list from template & on key date & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Task lists can only be deleted if the status of the task list is
<ZH>Not Released</>.

System Response

The transaction is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Set the status of the task list to <ZH>Not Released</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

TFC0039 - Details

• The SAP error message TFC0039 indicates that a task list created from a template cannot be deleted on a specified key date. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Production Planning (PP) modules, where task lists are used for planning and scheduling.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Task List Status: The task list may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For example, if the task list is already released or has been used in a production order, it cannot be deleted.
  Key Date Restrictions: The key date specified may fall within a period where the task list is locked for changes, such as during a closed period or if there are dependencies on other objects.
  Template Dependency: If the task list was created from a template, there may be restrictions on deleting it due to the template's settings or dependencies.
  Authorizations: The user