How To Fix FAGL_LEDGER_CUST091 - Deletion of ledger group &1 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAGL_LEDGER_CUST - New General Ledger: Customizing

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Deletion of ledger group &1 not permitted

What causes this issue?

Ledger group &V1& may not be deleted. The ledger group is still being
used in an assignment of accounting principle to ledger group.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST091 - Deletion of ledger group &1 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FAGL_LEDGER_CUST091, which states "Deletion of ledger group &1 not permitted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a ledger group that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. This error is part of the Financial Accounting (FI) module, specifically related to General Ledger (G/L) accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The ledger group you are trying to delete is still being used by one or more company codes or has existing transactions associated with it.
  Configuration Dependencies: There may be configuration settings or dependencies that prevent the deletion of the ledger group.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting a ledger group does not lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting or accounting data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete a ledger group, check if it is still in use. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the company codes that are assigned to the ledger group.
  Checking for any existing transactions or postings that reference the ledger group.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If the ledger group is in use, you will need to:
  
  Reassign or remove any company codes that are linked to the ledger group.
  Ensure that there are no open transactions or postings that reference the ledger group.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that there are no additional dependencies or settings that prevent deletion.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like:
  
  OB22: To manage ledger groups.
  FAGL_LEDGER: To view and manage ledger settings.
  
  
  
  Seek Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete ledger groups. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing ledger groups.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Logs: Review transaction logs to identify any specific actions that led to the error.
  Testing in Development: If possible, test the deletion process in a development or sandbox environment before attempting it in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.