How To Fix FBS_SE205 - Company &1 still used in ledger &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FBS_SE - Messages for Transfer of FIN-MDM Data

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Company &1 still used in ledger &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FBS_SE205 - Company &1 still used in ledger &2 ?

  The SAP error message FBS_SE205 indicates that a company code (denoted as &1) is still being used in a specific ledger (denoted as &2). This typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action that requires the company code to be inactive or not linked to the ledger, such as trying to delete or deactivate a company code or ledger.
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The company code has active transactions or balances in the specified ledger.
  Configuration Settings: The company code is still configured to be used in the ledger, meaning it has not been properly deactivated.
  Open Periods: There may be open posting periods in the ledger for the company code, preventing deactivation.
  Master Data: There may be master data (like customers, vendors, or assets) still linked to the company code in the ledger.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Transactions:
  
  Review any open transactions or postings in the ledger for the company code. Ensure that there are no outstanding items that need to be cleared.
  
  
  
  Close Posting Periods:
  
  If there are open posting periods, consider closing them if they are no longer needed. This can be done in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods).
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the ledger and the company code. Ensure that the company code is not set to be used in the ledger if you intend to deactivate it.
  
  
  
  Clear Master Data:
  
  Ensure that there are no master data records (like customers, vendors, or assets) that are still linked to the company code in the ledger. You may need to delete or reassign these records.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like OBY6 (to manage company codes) and OB22 (to manage ledgers) to review and adjust the settings as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing company codes and ledgers.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or customizations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OBY6: Manage Company Codes
  OB22: Manage Ledgers
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to company codes and ledgers.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.