How To Fix FIPL_MMSAFT012 - Deletion of records not possible

FIPL_MMSAFT012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPL_MMSAFT - FIPL_MMSAFT

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Deletion of records not possible

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FIPL_MMSAFT012 - Details

• The SAP error message FIPL_MMSAFT012 indicates that the deletion of records is not possible due to certain constraints or conditions in the system. This error typically arises in the context of financial postings or when dealing with the integration of financial and material management modules.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The records you are trying to delete may be linked to other financial documents or transactions, which prevents their deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Open Items: If there are open items associated with the records, the system will not allow deletion until those items are cleared.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the records.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may restrict the deletion of records based on business rules or settings.
  Posting Period: If the posting period is closed, you may not be able to delete records related to that period.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review the records for any dependencies or