How To Fix ACE_S4356 - Dummy postings can't be deleted because of journal entry &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACE_S4 - Messages for S/4HANA Accrual Engine

• Message number: 356

• Message text: Dummy postings can't be deleted because of journal entry &1.

What causes this issue?

Dummy postings can't be deleted in two cases<(>,<)>
Dummy postings were created via migration.
Besides dummy postings, postings to accounting happened on the same
accrual subobject.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACE_S4356 - Dummy postings can't be deleted because of journal entry &1. ?

  The SAP error message ACE_S4356 indicates that dummy postings cannot be deleted due to an associated journal entry. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where dummy postings are used for temporary entries or adjustments.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Journal Entry: The primary cause of this error is that there is an existing journal entry linked to the dummy posting you are trying to delete. SAP prevents the deletion of dummy postings that are associated with actual financial transactions to maintain data integrity.
  Posting Status: The dummy posting may have been posted in a way that it is still considered valid or active in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or references in other documents or reports that rely on the dummy posting.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Journal Entry: Use the journal entry number (&1) provided in the error message to locate the specific journal entry associated with the dummy posting. You can