How To Fix EK279 - Entry &1 still used in P/L account determination, deletion not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Entry &1 still used in P/L account determination, deletion not permitted

What causes this issue?

The selected entry is still being used in the account determination for
for the revenue accounts for at least one account determination ID.

System Response

The system cannot continue processing.

How to fix this error?

If the entries are no longer needed in the account determination, then
delete them. You can subsequently delete the entry in the transaction
table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK279 - Entry &1 still used in P/L account determination, deletion not permitted ?

  The SAP error message EK279 ("Entry &1 still used in P/L account determination, deletion not permitted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a record in the system that is still being referenced in the Profit and Loss (P/L) account determination settings. This can happen in various contexts, such as when trying to delete a condition record or a configuration entry that is linked to financial postings.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Active References: The entry you are trying to delete is still being used in the P/L account determination process. This means that there are existing configurations or transactions that reference this entry.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of entries that are still in use, which could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check References: Identify where the entry is being used. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) to check the configuration settings.
  Reviewing the relevant configuration tables (e.g., T030, T003) to see if the entry is linked to any active settings.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If you find that the entry is being referenced:
  
  Modify or delete the dependent entries that are using the P/L account determination.
  Ensure that no transactions or configurations are currently using the entry.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to account determination to understand the implications of deleting the entry.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like OBYC to navigate to the account determination settings and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Seek Help: If you are unsure about the dependencies or the impact of deleting the entry, consult with your SAP functional consultant or a colleague who has experience with financial configurations in SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBYC: Configuration of automatic postings.
  SPRO: Access to the SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the configuration in a development or quality environment before applying it to production.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the EK279 error and successfully manage your P/L account determination settings in SAP.