How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_CUST096 - Deletion not possible; currency type &1 still used in ledger &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_CUST - Unified Journal Entry - Customizing

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Deletion not possible; currency type &1 still used in ledger &2

What causes this issue?

Currency type &V1& is still used in the ledger settings for ledger &V2&
in company code &V3&.

System Response

You can't delete the currency conversion settings.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST096 - Deletion not possible; currency type &1 still used in ledger &2 ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_CUST096 indicates that a currency type is still being used in a ledger, which prevents its deletion. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete a currency type that is still active in the financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) ledgers.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to delete a currency type (e.g., local currency, document currency, or index currency) that is still referenced in one or more ledgers.
  The currency type is linked to existing financial documents, postings, or configurations that are still in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Ledger Usage:
  
  Identify which ledger is using the currency type. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Use transaction code OB22 to view the currency types assigned to different ledgers.
  
  
  
  Review Financial Documents:
  
  Check if there are any open or historical financial documents that are using the currency type. You can use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to review documents.
  
  
  
  Remove Currency Type from Ledger:
  
  If the currency type is no longer needed, you may need to remove it from the ledger configuration. This can be done in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Data > G/L Accounts > Prepare for Deletion.
  
  
  
  Archive or Delete Documents:
  
  If there are documents that are preventing the deletion, consider archiving or deleting those documents if they are no longer needed.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing a currency type or if it affects other configurations, consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant.
  
  
  
  Test in a Development Environment:
  
  Before making changes in the production environment, it is advisable to test the deletion process in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that it does not cause any issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB22 (for ledger settings), FB03 (to view documents), and FS00 (to manage G/L accounts).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on currency types and ledger configurations to understand the implications of deleting currency types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the currency type if it is no longer needed.