How To Fix TR874 - Cannot delete & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TR - Change and Transport System

• Message number: 874

• Message text: Cannot delete & & &

What causes this issue?

Entry &V1& &V2& &V3& from a request/task cannot be changed or deleted.
It is an automatic entry used for reference.
Entry CORR RELE, for example, tells you when a task was released.

System Response

The function terminates.

How to fix this error?

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 TR874 - Cannot delete & & & ?

  The SAP error message TR874, which states "Cannot delete & & &," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a transport request that is either still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Transport Request Status: The transport request may be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it is released or in the process of being transported).
  Dependencies: There may be objects or other transport requests that depend on the transport request you are trying to delete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the transport request.
  Transport Directory Issues: There could be issues with the transport directory or the transport management system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Transport Request Status:
  
  Use transaction code SE09 or SE10 to check the status of the transport request. Ensure it is not released or in a state that prevents deletion.
  If it is released, you may need to revert it to a modifiable state.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review the objects contained in the transport request and check if they are being used in other transport requests or if they are still active in the system.
  If there are dependencies, you may need to delete or adjust those first.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete transport requests. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code SE01:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can use transaction SE01 to manage transport requests more effectively, including deleting them if possible.
  
  
  
  Consult Transport Logs:
  
  Check the transport logs for any additional error messages or information that might indicate why the deletion is not allowed.
  
  
  
  Contact Basis Team:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to contact your SAP Basis team for assistance. They can help with transport management and may have additional tools or access to resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transport Management System (TMS): Understanding how the TMS works can help in managing transport requests effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to transport request deletion.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for transport management to understand the lifecycle of transport requests and the implications of their statuses.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TR874 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.