How To Fix FMAVC545 - Deletion failed: ledger &1 still used in table &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMAVC - Message class AVC funds management

• Message number: 545

• Message text: Deletion failed: ledger &1 still used in table &2.

What causes this issue?

AVC ledger <(>&<)>V1& still exist in table <(>&<)>V2&. No
deletion can be performed before the corresponding entries have been
deleted.

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?

Deactivate AVC ledger <(>&<)>V1& in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_V_FMAVCL_ACT>Define Activation of Availability Control
</> for all FM areas and all fiscal years.
In order to remove the entries in table <(>&<)>V2&., reconstruct
Availability Control using transaction <DS:TRAN.FMAVCREINIT>FMAVCREINIT
</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMAVC545 - Deletion failed: ledger &1 still used in table &2. ?

  The SAP error message FMAVC545 indicates that a deletion attempt for a ledger (in this case, identified as &1) has failed because it is still being referenced in another table (identified as &2). This typically occurs in the context of Financial Management (FM) or Controlling (CO) modules where ledgers are used for various financial transactions and reporting.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you try to delete a ledger that is still in use. This could happen for several reasons:
  
  Active Transactions: There are still active transactions or postings that reference the ledger.
  Configuration Dependencies: The ledger may be linked to configuration settings or other objects that prevent its deletion.
  Data Integrity Constraints: SAP enforces data integrity, and if the ledger is referenced in other tables, it cannot be deleted to avoid orphaned records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Active Transactions:
  
  Review the transactions that are currently using the ledger. You can use transaction codes like FMAVC or FMAVC1 to check for any active postings or transactions related to the ledger.
  
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check the table &2 (the table mentioned in the error message) and see what records are referencing the ledger &1. This will help you understand why the deletion is being blocked.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If you find that there are active transactions or references, you will need to either complete, reverse, or delete those transactions before attempting to delete the ledger again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or Functional team to understand any specific dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can use transaction codes like OBY6 (for ledger settings) or FMAVC to manage and review ledgers and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FMAVC, OBY6, SE11, and others that may help in managing ledgers and financial transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message FMAVC545 for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Financial Management and ledgers to understand their usage and constraints better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.