How To Fix WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION041 - Deletion only for status created accepted or failed for '&'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION - Global data synchronisation

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Deletion only for status created accepted or failed for '&'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION041 - Deletion only for status created accepted or failed for '&' ?

  The SAP error message WGDS_SUBSCRIPTION041 indicates that there is an issue with the deletion of a subscription in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that deletion is only allowed for subscriptions that have a status of "Created," "Accepted," or "Failed." If the subscription is in any other status, the deletion cannot proceed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a subscription that is not in one of the allowed statuses. Common statuses that might prevent deletion include:
  
  Active
  In Process
  Completed
  Canceled
  Any other status that is not "Created," "Accepted," or "Failed"
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Subscription Status: Verify the current status of the subscription you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that displays subscription details.
  
  
  Change Status: If the subscription is in a status that does not allow deletion, you may need to change its status to one of the allowed statuses (Created, Accepted, or Failed) before attempting to delete it. This may involve:
  
  Canceling the subscription if it is active.
  Completing or failing the subscription if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Subscription Billing, SAP Convergent Charging) for more details on subscription management and status transitions.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to change the status or if you believe the status is incorrect, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you manage subscriptions, such as:
  
  WGDS for subscription management.
  SE11 for checking database tables related to subscriptions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete subscriptions and change their statuses.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and successfully manage your subscriptions in SAP.