How To Fix FK505 - Special rule was deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FK - Factory calendar

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Special rule was deleted

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The special rule which is marked for deletion will only be deleted from
the database next time the function <LS>Save</> is called.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the special rule which is marked for deletion
from the database, call the function <LS>Save</>.
If you want to keep the special rule in the database, leave the
special rule maintenance without saving.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FK505 - Special rule was deleted ?

  The SAP error message FK505 ("Special rule was deleted") typically occurs in the context of financial accounting, particularly when dealing with special G/L transactions. This error indicates that a special G/L indicator that was previously defined has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion of Special G/L Indicator: The most common cause of this error is that the special G/L indicator associated with the transaction has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings related to special G/L transactions may lead to this error if the relevant indicators are not properly maintained.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that reference the deleted special G/L indicator.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Special G/L Indicators:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction Code: OBAY) and check if the special G/L indicator in question exists.
  If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or adjust your transactions to use a valid special G/L indicator.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Data:
  
  Identify the transaction that triggered the error and check if it references a deleted special G/L indicator.
  If possible, modify the transaction to use a valid special G/L indicator.
  
  
  
  Restore Deleted Indicator:
  
  If the deletion was unintentional, you may need to restore the deleted special G/L indicator from a backup or recreate it with the same settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to handle special G/L indicators and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the transactions are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Special G/L Transactions: These are used in SAP to handle specific types of transactions, such as down payments, guarantees, or other special accounting entries.
  Configuration Transactions: Familiarize yourself with relevant configuration transactions like OBAY (for special G/L indicators) and OBA7 (for defining special G/L transactions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financial Accounting for further assistance.