How To Fix FK143 - Date is in use and cannot be deleted

FK143 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Date is in use and cannot be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK143 - Date is in use and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message FK143 ("Date is in use and cannot be deleted") typically occurs when you attempt to delete or modify a date that is currently being referenced or used in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with financial documents, postings, or other transactions that are linked to specific dates.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The date you are trying to delete is associated with active transactions, such as invoices, payments, or other financial documents.
  Open Periods: The date may fall within an open posting period, meaning that financial transactions can still be recorded for that date.
  Dependencies: Other documents or processes may depend on the date, preventing its deletion.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of dates that are in use.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Identify any transactions or documents that are linked to the date you are trying to delete. You can do this by