How To Fix 62949 - A settlement unit flagged for deletion is assigned to MSU &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 949

• Message text: A settlement unit flagged for deletion is assigned to MSU &

What causes this issue?

You are executing a service charge settlement / option rate
determination for master settlement unit <ZH>&v1&</>. Settlement unit
<ZH>&v2&</> is assigned to this master settlement unit, for which a
deletion flag has been set.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Change master settlement unit <ZH>&v1&</> as follows:
Assign the participating settlement units with a new validity date.
Settlement unit <ZH>&v2&</> should not be included in this new
assignment.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62949 - A settlement unit flagged for deletion is assigned to MSU & ?

  The SAP error message 62949 indicates that a settlement unit that has been flagged for deletion is still assigned to a Master Settlement Unit (MSU). This situation typically arises in the context of settlement management, where certain units are marked for deletion but still have dependencies or assignments that prevent their removal.
  Cause:
  
  Flagged for Deletion: The settlement unit has been marked for deletion in the system.
  Active Assignments: The flagged settlement unit is still linked to an active Master Settlement Unit (MSU), which means it cannot be deleted until those links are resolved.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that no orphaned records are left in the system, which is why the deletion cannot proceed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments: Identify the Master Settlement Unit (MSU) that the flagged settlement unit is assigned to. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that shows the relationships between settlement units and MSUs.
  
  
  Remove Assignments: If the settlement unit is indeed assigned to an MSU, you will need to remove this assignment. This can typically be done through the relevant transaction in SAP where you manage settlement units and their assignments.
  
  
  Unflag for Deletion: If you need to keep the settlement unit active for any reason, you may consider unflagging it for deletion. This will allow you to maintain the assignment to the MSU.
  
  
  Delete After Unassignment: Once the assignment to the MSU is removed, you can proceed to delete the settlement unit.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for guidance on managing settlement units and MSUs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSU1 (Create Settlement Unit), KSU2 (Change Settlement Unit), and KSU3 (Display Settlement Unit) to manage settlement units effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to settlement units and MSUs in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 62949 and manage your settlement units effectively.