How To Fix FINB_PR090 - Object &1/&2 is still being used by object &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINB_PR - Persistence Manager

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Object &1/&2 is still being used by object &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINB_PR090 - Object &1/&2 is still being used by object &3 ?

  The SAP error message FINB_PR090 indicates that a specific object (identified by &1 and &2) is still being used by another object (identified by &3). This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling, where certain objects (like cost centers, profit centers, or internal orders) cannot be deleted or modified because they are still referenced in other transactions or configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The object you are trying to delete or modify is still being referenced in other transactions, reports, or configurations.
  Open Periods: The object may be involved in open accounting periods, preventing changes.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the object from other financial documents or master data.
  Custom Logic: Custom programs or enhancements may also be holding references to the object.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify References: Use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to check for any references to the object in relevant tables. Common tables to check include:
  
  COEP (CO line items)
  COSS (CO summary)
  BSEG (Accounting document segment)
  BKPF (Accounting document header)
  
  
  
  Check Open Periods: Ensure that there are no open periods that would prevent changes to the object. You can check this in the financial settings.
  
  
  Review Dependencies: Look for any dependent objects or configurations that might be using the object. This could include:
  
  Reports
  Allocations
  Planning scenarios
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type for any additional constraints or requirements.
  
  
  Delete or Modify References: If you find that the object is indeed being referenced, you may need to delete or modify those references before you can proceed with your intended action.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing financial objects, such as:
  
  KS01/KS02 (Cost Center Master Data)
  KP06 (Cost Center Planning)
  KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to the FINB_PR090 error message.
  
  
  Testing in Development: If you are making changes, consider testing in a development environment before applying changes in production.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FINB_PR090 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.