How To Fix F6801 - Fund &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F6 - Funds Management Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Fund &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The fund &V1& is assigned as recommedation value in the master data of
the funds center &V2&.

System Response

Deletion is not executed.

How to fix this error?

Delete the fund in the funds center master record via the master data
maintenance of the <ZH>Funds Management</> menu.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F6801 - Fund &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message F6801, which states "Fund &1 cannot be deleted," typically occurs when there are dependencies or transactions associated with the fund you are trying to delete. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Existing Transactions: The fund may have existing transactions, such as postings or allocations, that prevent its deletion.
  Fund Usage: The fund might be in use in various financial documents or reports, making it non-deletable.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the fund.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of funds.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check for Transactions: 
  
  Review the fund for any existing transactions. You can use transaction codes like FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display) to check for postings related to the fund.
  If there are transactions, you may need to reverse or delete them before attempting to delete the fund.
  
  
  
  Review Fund Usage:
  
  Check if the fund is being used in any reports or financial documents. If it is, you will need to remove it from those documents first.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the fund. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If the fund is part of a configuration that prevents deletion, consult with your SAP configuration team to understand the settings and whether they can be adjusted.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  You can use transaction code FMX1 (Create Fund) or FMX2 (Change Fund) to check the status of the fund and see if there are any indicators that prevent deletion.
  
  
  
  Archiving:
  
  If deletion is not possible due to business rules, consider archiving the fund instead. This will remove it from active use without deleting it from the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Funds Management (FM) for more insights on fund management and deletion processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Funds Management.