How To Fix FI107 - Delete actual data because balances still exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FI - TR-FM Funds Management

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Delete actual data because balances still exist

What causes this issue?

When you reconstruct part of your actual data or transfer cash
holdings, existing actual data in Cash Budget Management which is based
on documents from the feeder systems (Materials Management (MM) and
Financial Accounting (FI)) is not automatically deleted.

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?

Delete existing data first.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FI107 - Delete actual data because balances still exist ?

  The SAP error message FI107 ("Delete actual data because balances still exist") typically occurs when you attempt to delete actual data from a financial document or transaction in the SAP system, but there are still existing balances associated with that data. This is a safeguard to prevent the deletion of data that could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and accounting.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Balances: The primary reason for this error is that there are still balances in the accounts that are linked to the actual data you are trying to delete. This could be due to open items, pending transactions, or other financial postings that reference the data.
  Document Flow: If there are subsequent documents or transactions that depend on the data you are trying to delete, the system will prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may also restrict the deletion of actual data if balances exist.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Balances: Review the account balances associated with the data you are trying to delete. You can use transaction codes like FS10N (Display Account Balances) or FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items) to check for any open items or balances.
  
  
  Clear Open Items: If there are open items, you may need to clear them before attempting to delete the actual data. This can involve posting clearing entries or resolving any discrepancies.
  
  
  Review Document Flow: Check if there are any subsequent documents that depend on the data you want to delete. If so, you may need to reverse or delete those documents first.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of deleting the data, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that it is safe to proceed.
  
  
  Use Transaction Code: If you are certain that the data can be deleted and there are no balances, you can use transaction code SARA (Archive Administration) to archive the data instead of deleting it. Archiving can help in managing data without compromising the integrity of financial records.
  
  
  System Configuration: If necessary, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to data deletion and balances. This may require assistance from an SAP Basis or configuration consultant.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the FI107 error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to delete actual data in the system, as restrictions may also be role-based.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FI107 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.