How To Fix CZ436 - Deletion of enterprise structure was cancelled

CZ436 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CZ - Customizing messages

• Message number: 436

• Message text: Deletion of enterprise structure was cancelled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CZ436 - Deletion of enterprise structure was cancelled ?

  The SAP error message CZ436, which states "Deletion of enterprise structure was cancelled," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete an enterprise structure element (like a company code, plant, or other organizational units) that is still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  
  Dependencies: The enterprise structure element you are trying to delete is still linked to other objects, such as:
  
  Open purchase orders
  Open sales orders
  Financial documents
  Master data (like customers or vendors)
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings may prevent the deletion of specific enterprise structure elements.
  
  
  Incomplete Deletion Process: If the deletion process was interrupted or not completed properly, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check for any existing dependencies related to the enterprise structure element you are trying to delete.
  Review related documents in the system (e.g., open purchase