How To Fix CACSSESTD159 - Remuneration line &1 to be deleted refers to remuneration line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACSSESTD - Settlement Scheduling - Transaction Data

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Remuneration line &1 to be deleted refers to remuneration line &2

What causes this issue?

While reversing a commission document, the system was instructed to
reset remuneration &SYST-MSGV1&. However the system detected that
remuneration line &SYST-MSGV1& has a correction relationship to
remuneration line &SYST-MSGV2& in fields CORRTO_*. Such a reference is
used in liability scenarios, remuneration clearing and entitlement
transfer.

System Response

If a settlement schedule already existed for the referenced remuneration
line &SYST-MSGV2& before the correction by remuneration &SYST-MSGV1&,
the schedule is reconstructed according to the rule last used in the
version history for the settlement schedule.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACSSESTD159 - Remuneration line &1 to be deleted refers to remuneration line &2 ?

  The SAP error message CACSSESTD159 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Commission Management module, particularly when dealing with remuneration lines. This error indicates that there is a dependency between two remuneration lines, where one line cannot be deleted because it is still referenced by another line.
  Cause:
  The error message "Remuneration line &1 to be deleted refers to remuneration line &2" suggests that:
  
  You are attempting to delete a remuneration line (let's call it line &1).
  However, line &1 is linked to another remuneration line (line &2), which means that line &1 cannot be deleted until the dependency is resolved.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: 
  
  Check the details of both remuneration lines involved in the error message. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that displays remuneration lines.
  Look for any references or links between the two lines.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If line &1 is dependent on line &2, you will need to either:
  
  Modify line &1 to remove the dependency.
  Delete or modify line &2 if it is no longer needed, but ensure that this does not affect other business processes.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Line:
  
  Once the dependencies are resolved, you can attempt to delete line &1 again.
  
  
  
  Check for Other References:
  
  Ensure that there are no other remuneration lines or processes that reference line &1 before attempting to delete it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies or the impact of deleting a remuneration line, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CACS for Commission Management, which may help you navigate to the remuneration lines.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete remuneration lines, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and business processes.