Which of the following is not a Cancel Reason option to select?

• A. Cancelled by Administrator
• B. User Requested
• C. System Error
• D. Data Correction

Answer: (A)

Cancel reasons describe why something was canceled, not who canceled it. In a workflow or HR system, you choose a reason that explains the event itself—such as the user initiated it, a system fault occurred, or data needed correction. These reasons support reporting and analytics by capturing the cause of cancellation.

The option that names the actor—“Cancelled by Administrator”—does not describe the cause. It tells you who performed the cancellation, which is better captured in a separate audit field or action log. That’s why it’s not a valid Cancel Reason. The other options—User Requested, System Error, and Data Correction—fit as valid reasons because they explain the actual reason the cancellation happened.