How To Fix /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL060 - Fatal error during deletion of journal &1 in accounting system &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Fatal error during deletion of journal &1 in accounting system &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL060 - Fatal error during deletion of journal &1 in accounting system &2 ?

  The SAP error message /EACC/MSG_ABSTR_JRNL060 indicates a "Fatal error during deletion of journal &1 in accounting system &2." This error typically occurs in the context of financial accounting when there is an issue with deleting a journal entry in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The journal entry may be linked to other accounting documents or transactions, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Problems: The user attempting to delete the journal may not have the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the deletion of certain journal entries.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the journal entry is linked to other documents. If it is, you may need to reverse or delete those linked documents first.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to delete journal entries. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to journal entries in the SAP system. Ensure that there are no restrictions in place that would prevent deletion.
  Database Check: Perform a database consistency check to identify any locks or inconsistencies that may be causing the issue. This may require the assistance of a technical team or SAP Basis administrator.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that could provide additional context on the failure.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB08 (to reverse a document) or FBRA (to reset clearing) that may be useful in managing journal entries.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the context in which it occurred.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to journal entries and financial accounting for best practices and guidelines on managing journal entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.