How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES063 - Deleting financial object records entered manually as per filter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Deleting financial object records entered manually as per filter

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What causes this issue?

In the selection of single objects, financial objects were specified
that, according to the filter, should not be selected. If there are
already records on the results database (for example, because the
analysis characteristics of these financial objects were changed at a
later stage) then these will be deleted.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES063 - Deleting financial object records entered manually as per filter ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES063 typically relates to issues encountered when trying to delete financial object records that were manually entered, and it often arises in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules. This error can occur due to various reasons, including data integrity issues, authorization problems, or incorrect filter settings.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The records you are trying to delete may be linked to other financial transactions or objects, which prevents their deletion.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the financial object records.
  Incorrect Filter Settings: The filter criteria used to select the records for deletion may not be set correctly, leading to the error.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or settings in the system that restrict the deletion of certain financial records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity:
  
  Verify if the financial object records are linked to other transactions. If they are, you may need to delete or modify those linked transactions first.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables for dependencies.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the records has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Filter Settings:
  
  Review the filter criteria used for selecting records for deletion. Ensure that the filters are set correctly to target the intended records.
  Test with broader filters to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult System Configuration:
  
  Check with your SAP Basis or configuration team to see if there are any specific settings that prevent the deletion of financial records.
  Review any custom developments or enhancements that might affect the deletion process.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  If applicable, use transaction codes like FB08 (to reverse documents) or FBL1N (to display vendor line items) to manage financial records appropriately.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the system logs for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context on why the deletion is failing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to financial object management and deletion processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to SAP support for further assistance.