How To Fix FITP125 - Request begin is in the past; deletion not possible

FITP125 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITP -

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Request begin is in the past; deletion not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITP125 - Request begin is in the past; deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message FITP125 indicates that a request for deletion is being attempted for a time period that has already begun in the past. This typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, such as when trying to delete a posting period or a request related to financial data that has already been processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Time Period Already Open: The request you are trying to delete is associated with a time period that has already started. In SAP, once a period is open and transactions have been posted, you cannot delete requests related to that period.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces this rule to maintain data integrity and ensure that financial records are accurate and consistent.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Time Period: Verify the time period associated with the request you are trying to delete. Ensure that it is indeed in the past and that there are no open transactions that would prevent deletion.
  Close the Period: