How To Fix FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG047 - You can't delete a company code for which Central Payment is active here

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG - Central Finance: Configuration

• Message number: 047

• Message text: You can't delete a company code for which Central Payment is active here

What causes this issue?

You can't delete a company code for which Central Payment is active in
this activity.

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?

To activate or deactivate Central Payment for a company code, use the
activity Central Finance -> Central Payment -> Activate Central Payment
for Company Codes.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG047 - You can't delete a company code for which Central Payment is active here ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_AC_CFG047 indicates that you are trying to delete a company code that is currently configured to use Central Payment functionality. Central Payment is a feature in SAP that allows for the centralized processing of payments across multiple company codes, and if it is active for a company code, you cannot delete that company code until the Central Payment configuration is removed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the company code you are attempting to delete is linked to Central Payment functionality. This means that there are dependencies and configurations in place that prevent the deletion of the company code without first addressing these dependencies.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to deactivate the Central Payment functionality for the company code before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the Central Payment Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Central Payment. This is typically found under:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting (New) ? Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable ? Central Payment ? Define Company Code for Central Payment.
  
  
  
  
  
  Remove the Company Code from Central Payment:
  
  In the configuration settings, locate the company code that you want to delete.
  Remove or deactivate the company code from the Central Payment configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no other dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the deletion of the company code. This may include checking for open items, pending transactions, or other settings related to the company code.
  
  
  
  Delete the Company Code:
  
  Once you have successfully deactivated the Central Payment functionality for the company code, you can proceed to delete the company code using the appropriate transaction (usually through OBY6 for company code deletion).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Central Payment: This feature is used in scenarios where multiple company codes need to process payments through a single payment program. It simplifies the payment process and can improve efficiency.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (to delete company codes) and SPRO (to access configuration settings).
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines and best practices related to Central Payment and company code management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the company code.