How To Fix FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE028 - Deletion of posting data not possible; no data available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE - Central Finance Interface Message Class

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Deletion of posting data not possible; no data available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE028 - Deletion of posting data not possible; no data available ?

  The SAP error message FINS_CFIN_IF_MESSAGE028 indicates that there is an attempt to delete posting data, but the system cannot find any data to delete. This error typically occurs in the context of the Central Finance (CFIN) module, where data is being synchronized or managed between different systems.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to delete posting data that does not exist in the target system or the specified context.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria used to identify the data for deletion may be incorrect, leading to no matching records.
  Data Already Deleted: The data may have already been deleted in a previous operation, making it unavailable for further deletion attempts.
  Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between the source and target systems, leading to discrepancies in available data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data Existence: Check if the posting data you are trying to delete actually exists in the system. You can do this by querying the relevant tables or using transaction codes that display the data.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used for the deletion process are correct. Adjust the criteria if necessary to target the correct data.
  Check Deletion Logs: Look into any logs or reports that might indicate whether the data was already deleted or if there were any errors during previous operations.
  Data Synchronization: If you suspect synchronization issues, ensure that the data between the source and target systems is consistent. You may need to re-run synchronization jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Central Finance for any specific guidelines or known issues regarding data deletion.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CFIN for Central Finance operations, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE16 for table browsing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that might address this specific error message or related issues.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.