How To Fix FIPL_SAFT108 - Deletion of records not possible for Vendor &1 for date range &2 to &3

FIPL_SAFT108 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIPL_SAFT - SAFT: Message Class

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Deletion of records not possible for Vendor &1 for date range &2 to &3

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FIPL_SAFT108 - Details

• The SAP error message FIPL_SAFT108 indicates that the deletion of records for a specific vendor is not possible within the specified date range. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with vendor master data or financial postings.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Existing Transactions: The most common cause of this error is that there are existing financial transactions or postings related to the vendor within the specified date range. SAP prevents the deletion of records that are still linked to active transactions to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Data Locking: There may be data locking issues if another user or process is currently accessing the records you are trying to delete.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of vendor records based on specific criteria or business rules.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Existing Transactions: Review the vendor's transaction history for the specified date range. If there are postings, you will need to