How To Fix FINCS_USEL018 - The selection has been used in some rules. It cannot be set to inactive.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINCS_USEL - Message Class of Unified Selection

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The selection has been used in some rules. It cannot be set to inactive.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINCS_USEL018 - The selection has been used in some rules. It cannot be set to inactive. ?

  The SAP error message FINCS_USEL018 indicates that a selection (likely a selection variant or a selection criterion) is currently being used in some rules or configurations within the system. As a result, you cannot set this selection to inactive because it is still referenced in active rules.
  Cause:
  
  Active Usage: The selection is actively being used in one or more rules or configurations, which prevents it from being deactivated.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or links to other objects that rely on this selection, making it necessary for the selection to remain active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Usage:
  
  Check which rules or configurations are using the selection. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP and reviewing the rules that reference the selection.
  Use transaction codes like OB28 (for financial accounting) or OB29 (for controlling) to find the specific rules.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the selection is no longer needed, you may need to modify or remove the rules that are using it. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  If the rules are still required, consider whether you can modify them to use a different selection instead.
  
  
  
  Set to Inactive:
  
  Once you have removed or modified the dependencies, you should be able to set the selection to inactive without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to maintain clarity in your configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing selections and rules in your specific SAP module (e.g., FI, CO).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the affected rules to confirm that they function correctly without the selection.
  
  If you continue to experience issues or if the selection is critical to your processes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.