How To Fix FC037 - Default entry for correspondence type & may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Default entry for correspondence type & may not be deleted

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete the default entry (that is, company code = ' ')
for correspondence type &V1&. The correspondence types SAP01, SAP02 and
SAP07 are, however, used by SAP programs. Therefore the standard
entries for these correspondence types may not be deleted.

System Response

The system does not delete these entries.

How to fix this error?

Do not delete the default entries for the above correspondence types on
any account.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC037 - Default entry for correspondence type & may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message FC037, which states "Default entry for correspondence type & may not be deleted," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a default entry for a correspondence type in the SAP system. This error is related to the configuration of correspondence types in the Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly in the context of managing customer or vendor communications.
  Cause:
  
  Default Entry: The entry you are trying to delete is marked as a default entry for a specific correspondence type. Default entries are essential for the system's operation and cannot be removed.
  Configuration Settings: The system is designed to prevent the deletion of default entries to maintain data integrity and ensure that there is always a valid correspondence type available for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Default Status: Verify if the entry you are trying to delete is indeed marked as a default entry. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings for correspondence types.
  Change Default Entry: If you need to delete the entry, you must first change the default status to another entry. This can typically be done in the configuration settings where you manage correspondence types.
  
  Go to the transaction code OB77 (for correspondence types) or the relevant configuration path in SPRO.
  Identify the correspondence type and change the default entry to another valid entry.
  
  
  Delete Non-Default Entries: Once the default status has been changed, you can then delete the original entry without encountering the error.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of changing default entries, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB77 (for correspondence types) and other related configuration transactions in the FI module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or updates that may pertain to your specific version of SAP.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to correspondence types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FC037 error and manage your correspondence types effectively.