How To Fix FIN_CS_MESSAGE515 - Cannot delete the FS item/reporting item hierarchies predelivered by SAP.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIN_CS_MESSAGE - Cloud Consolidation Message Class

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Cannot delete the FS item/reporting item hierarchies predelivered by SAP.

What causes this issue?

Any financial statement (FS) item or reporting item hierarchies that are
predefined by SAP shall not be deleted.

System Response

The following hierarchies are delivered by SAP:
FS item hierarchies
BS
BS_PL
PL
ST
X6
Reporting item hierarchies
X1
X2
X3
X4
X5

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 FIN_CS_MESSAGE515 - Cannot delete the FS item/reporting item hierarchies predelivered by SAP. ?

  The SAP error message FIN_CS_MESSAGE515 indicates that you are attempting to delete a Financial Statement (FS) item or reporting item hierarchy that is predelivered by SAP. This error typically arises when users try to modify or delete standard SAP objects that are not meant to be altered or removed.
  Cause:
  
  Predelivered Hierarchies: The FS item or reporting item hierarchies you are trying to delete are part of the standard SAP delivery. These hierarchies are essential for the system's functionality and are protected from deletion to maintain data integrity.
  System Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent users from deleting or modifying standard objects to avoid potential issues in financial reporting and data consistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Do Not Delete: Instead of deleting the predelivered hierarchies, consider whether you can achieve your goal by modifying the existing hierarchies or creating new custom hierarchies.
  Create Custom Hierarchies: If you need a different structure, you can create your own FS item or reporting item hierarchies. This allows you to tailor the reporting structure to your specific business needs without affecting the standard SAP objects.
  Use Configuration Options: Explore the configuration options available in the SAP system to adjust the reporting structure without deleting the standard hierarchies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to work with FS item hierarchies and reporting structures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial statement configuration, such as:
  
  OB58: For maintaining financial statement versions.
  FS00: For managing G/L accounts.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing in Development: Always test changes in a development or sandbox environment before applying them to the production system to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  By following these guidelines, you should be able to address the FIN_CS_MESSAGE515 error effectively without compromising the integrity of your SAP system.