How To Fix FAA_PLANNING205 - The deletion of planning data is not supported for the criteria provided

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_PLANNING - Message class of Fixed Asset Planning

• Message number: 205

• Message text: The deletion of planning data is not supported for the criteria provided

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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_PLANNING205 - The deletion of planning data is not supported for the criteria provided ?

  The SAP error message FAA_PLANNING205 indicates that there is an issue with attempting to delete planning data in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error typically arises when the system does not allow the deletion of planning data based on the criteria provided, which could be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Criteria: The criteria you are using to delete the planning data may not be valid. This could include incorrect asset numbers, periods, or planning versions.
  Data Locking: The planning data might be locked by another user or process, preventing deletion.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent the deletion of certain types of planning data based on business rules or settings.
  Data Integrity: The system may have integrity checks that prevent deletion if it would lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are trying to delete may not be set up for deletion or may be in use.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Criteria: Verify that the criteria you are using for deletion are correct. Ensure that you are specifying the right asset, planning version, and period.
  Unlock Data: If the data is locked, check with your system administrator or the user who has locked the data to unlock it.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to planning data deletion. They may need to adjust settings to allow deletion.
  Use Correct Transaction: Ensure you are using the correct transaction code for deleting planning data. For example, use transaction code APC1 for planning data.
  Check Planning Version: Make sure that the planning version you are trying to delete is not in use and is set up correctly for deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on deleting planning data in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as APC1 (Create Planning Data), APC2 (Change Planning Data), and APC3 (Display Planning Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to delete planning data. Lack of permissions can also lead to this error.
  Testing in Development: If possible, test the deletion process in a development or test environment before attempting it in production to avoid data integrity issues.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.