How To Fix AC591 - Rule &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 591

• Message text: Rule &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Rule &V1& cannot be deleted because it is still used in at least one
accounting transaction.

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?

You can only delete rule &V1& if it is no longer used in any accounting
transactions. Therefore, you should check the transactions in which
rule &V1& is being used.
Note: You cannot delete rules in the SAP name range (01 to 89).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC591 - Rule &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message AC591, which states "Rule &1 cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you attempt to delete a depreciation or asset transaction rule that is currently in use or has dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The rule you are trying to delete is currently being used in the system. This could mean that there are existing transactions or configurations that reference this rule.
  Dependencies: There may be other rules or configurations that depend on the rule you are trying to delete, preventing its removal.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the rule, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the rule, check if it is being used in any active transactions or configurations. You can do this by reviewing the asset transactions or settings that reference the rule.
  Remove Dependencies: If there are dependencies, you will need to