How To Fix FKKDPB017 - Bus. partner &1 blocked; deleting posting/clearing lock is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKDPB - Data Protection: Checks on Blocked Business Partners

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Bus. partner &1 blocked; deleting posting/clearing lock is not possible

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKDPB017 - Bus. partner &1 blocked; deleting posting/clearing lock is not possible ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPB017 indicates that a business partner (BP) is blocked, which prevents the deletion of a posting or clearing lock. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module, where business partners are used to manage customer and vendor accounts.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Business Partner: The primary cause of this error is that the business partner associated with the transaction is marked as blocked in the system. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The business partner has outstanding issues (e.g., overdue payments).
  The business partner has been manually blocked by a user for administrative reasons.
  The business partner is blocked due to compliance or regulatory requirements.
  
  
  
  Posting/Clearing Lock: The system is trying to delete a posting or clearing lock, but since the business partner is blocked, the operation cannot be completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Business Partner Status:
  
  Navigate to the business partner master data in SAP (transaction code BP).
  Search for the business partner in question (indicated by &1 in the error message).
  Check the status of the business partner to see if it is blocked.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Business Partner:
  
  If the business partner is blocked, you will need to unblock it. This can typically be done by:
  
  Editing the business partner details and changing the status from "Blocked" to "Active."
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make this change.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Related Transactions:
  
  Investigate any related transactions that may be causing the block. This could include outstanding invoices, payment issues, or other compliance-related matters.
  
  
  
  Consult with Relevant Departments:
  
  If you are unsure why the business partner is blocked, consult with the finance or compliance department to understand the reason for the block and whether it is appropriate to unblock it.
  
  
  
  Retry the Operation:
  
  After unblocking the business partner, retry the operation that resulted in the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display), and FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display) to check for related transactions.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify business partner data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing business partners and handling errors in the FI-CA module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for specific guidance related to your system version.