How To Fix FC433 - SD account determination could not be deleted: see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FC - FI configuration error messages

• Message number: 433

• Message text: SD account determination could not be deleted: see long text

What causes this issue?

Correction request &V1& contains entries for "SD account determination"
in chart of accounts &V2&.

System Response

These entries cannot be deleted automatically by the system.

How to fix this error?

Delete the entries
( 'R3TR', 'TABU', 'C*' )
manually from correction &V1& (transaction SE01).
<ZH>Make sure that you only delete entries for chart of accounts
&V2&</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FC433 - SD account determination could not be deleted: see long text ?

  The SAP error message FC433, which states "SD account determination could not be deleted: see long text," typically occurs in the context of Sales and Distribution (SD) when there is an issue with account determination settings in the system. This error can arise during various processes, such as when trying to delete or modify account determination settings that are currently in use or have dependencies.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The account determination settings you are trying to delete may be linked to existing transactions, such as sales orders, billing documents, or other financial postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are preventing the deletion of the account determination.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify the account determination settings.
  System Locks: The system may have locks on the data that prevent changes from being made.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the account determination settings to see if they are currently in use. You can check for any existing sales orders or billing documents that reference the account determination you are trying to delete.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings in the SD module are correct and that there are no inconsistencies. You can access the configuration through the SPRO transaction.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to ensure proper access rights.
  Remove Locks: If there are locks on the data, you may need to wait until they are released or consult with your SAP Basis team to resolve any locking issues.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OBYC (for account determination) to review and manage account determination settings.
  Consult Long Text: The error message suggests checking the long text for more specific information. You can do this by clicking on the message or using transaction SE91 to find the message and its long text.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYC (for account determination) and VKOA (for account assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on account determination in the SD module for a better understanding of how it works and how to manage it.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.