How To Fix FDC_POSTING_001043 - You cannot delete recurring JE &1/&2/&3 because postings already exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FDC_POSTING_001 - FI Postings

• Message number: 043

• Message text: You cannot delete recurring JE &1/&2/&3 because postings already exist

What causes this issue?

You can't delete the following recurring journal entry:
Number: &V1&
Company Code: &V2&
Fiscal Year: &V3&
The reason is that postings already exist for it.

System Response

You can delete recurring journal entries only if there haven't been made
any postings yet.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001043 - You cannot delete recurring JE &1/&2/&3 because postings already exist ?

  The SAP error message FDC_POSTING_001043 indicates that you are trying to delete a recurring journal entry (JE) but cannot do so because there are already postings associated with that entry. This is a common issue when dealing with recurring entries in SAP, as the system prevents the deletion of entries that have already been posted to ensure data integrity.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Existing Postings: The recurring journal entry you are trying to delete has already generated postings in the system. SAP does not allow the deletion of such entries to maintain the integrity of financial data.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other financial documents or reports that rely on the recurring entry.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Postings:
  
  Review the postings associated with the recurring journal entry. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., FB03 for displaying documents) and checking if there are any documents created from the recurring entry.
  
  
  
  Reverse or Delete Postings:
  
  If you determine that the postings are no longer needed, you can reverse or delete them. Use transaction codes like FB08 (to reverse a document) or FBRA (to reverse a clearing) to handle existing postings.
  
  
  
  Modify the Recurring Entry:
  
  If you do not want to delete the recurring entry but need to stop future postings, consider modifying the entry instead. You can change the status of the recurring entry to inactive or adjust the parameters to prevent future postings.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of deleting or reversing postings, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  You can use transaction code FBD3 to display the recurring entry and check its details before making any changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB08: Reverse Document
  FBRA: Reverse Clearing
  FBD3: Display Recurring Entry
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing recurring entries and understanding the implications of deleting or modifying them.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify financial documents in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and manage your recurring journal entries effectively.