How To Fix BF00260 - Bank data cannot be deleted because still in use in bank chains

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BF00 - FI: Application base reports

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Bank data cannot be deleted because still in use in bank chains

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BF00260 - Bank data cannot be deleted because still in use in bank chains ?

  The SAP error message BF00260 indicates that you are trying to delete bank data that is still in use within bank chains. This typically occurs when there are existing references to the bank data in various transactions or configurations, preventing its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Bank Data in Use: The bank data you are attempting to delete is still linked to one or more bank chains. Bank chains are often used in payment processing and can include various transactions that reference the bank data.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or processes that are still utilizing the bank data, such as payment runs, bank statements, or other financial operations.
  Configuration Dependencies: The bank data might be part of a configuration that is still active or in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check for any existing bank chains that reference the bank data you are trying to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes or configuration settings in SAP.
  Use transaction codes like FBZP (Payment Program Configuration) or OBPM1 (Manage Bank Chains) to review the bank chains.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that the bank data is linked to a bank chain, you will need to remove or modify those references before you can delete the bank data.
  Ensure that there are no active payment runs or transactions that are using the bank data.
  
  
  
  Check for Open Items:
  
  Review any open items in accounts that may be linked to the bank data. You can use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check for open items.
  
  
  
  Delete Bank Data:
  
  Once you have ensured that there are no dependencies or references to the bank data, you can attempt to delete it again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies or how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBZP, OBPM1, FBL1N, and FBL3N for managing bank data and transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete bank data and modify bank chains.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.