How To Fix FM_BP_BWRET025 - Cancellation is not possible; subsequent data transfers exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_BP_BWRET - Messages for FM Budget Preparation Retraction

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Cancellation is not possible; subsequent data transfers exist

What causes this issue?

After your chosen plan data transfer, additional transfers were made
with the same selection criteria for FM area, version and fiscal year.
However, cancellation is only possible for the most recent plan data
transfer in each case.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you want to cancel the plan data transfer you have selected, you
firstly need to cancel the transfers that succeed it, beginning with
the most recent.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET025 - Cancellation is not possible; subsequent data transfers exist ?

  The SAP error message FM_BP_BWRET025 indicates that a cancellation operation cannot be performed because there are subsequent data transfers that depend on the data you are trying to cancel. This is a common issue in systems where data integrity and dependencies are crucial, such as in financial or logistics modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Dependent Data Transfers: The primary reason for this error is that there are subsequent data transfers that rely on the data you are attempting to cancel. This could be due to:
  
  Subsequent postings or transactions that have been made after the original entry.
  Data that has been transferred to another system or module, which creates a dependency.
  
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that the cancellation of a transaction does not lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Dependent Transactions:
  
  Review the transaction history to identify any subsequent transactions that depend on the data you are trying to cancel.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables for dependencies.
  
  
  
  Reverse or Cancel Subsequent Transactions:
  
  If possible, reverse or cancel the dependent transactions first. This may involve additional steps depending on the nature of the transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on handling cancellations in your module (e.g., Financial Accounting, Controlling, etc.).
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to identify the dependent transactions or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like FB08 (for reversing accounting documents) or MBST (for reversing material documents) to handle cancellations properly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing cancellations and reversals.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform cancellations and reversals in the system.
  Testing in Development: If you are unsure about the impact of cancellations, consider testing the process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the FM_BP_BWRET025 error and successfully manage your data transfers in SAP.