How To Fix FMCU116 - Budget type group &1 cannot be deleted when combined with a process

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Budget type group &1 cannot be deleted when combined with a process

What causes this issue?

Budget type group &V1& cannot be deleted if it is being used together
with a budgeting process.

System Response

Processing stops.

How to fix this error?

You must delete the budget type group in one of the following ways:
If you want to delete the budget type group used for budgeting, you can
delete the relevant line item in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.PSM_V_FMPTCOMBG>Assign Budget Type Groups to Processes (Mass
Maintenance)</>.
If you want to delete the budget type group used for statistical budget
type processing, you can delete the relevant line item in the IMG
activity <DS:SIMG.PSM_V_FMPSTCOMBG>Assign Statistical Budget Type Group
for Budgeting Process</>.
Additionally, you have to update the corresponding line items, including
the budget type group in queestion, in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG._ISPSFFM_N_VC_FMSTAT>Edit Status</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU116 - Budget type group &1 cannot be deleted when combined with a process ?

  The SAP error message FMCU116 indicates that a budget type group cannot be deleted because it is currently being used in conjunction with a process. This typically occurs in the context of budget management within SAP, where certain budget types are linked to specific processes, such as planning, execution, or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Active Processes: The budget type group is linked to one or more active processes (e.g., budget planning, budget execution) in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or configurations that prevent the deletion of the budget type group while it is still in use.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that deleting a budget type group does not lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting or planning.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Active Processes: Check which processes are currently using the budget type group. You can do this by reviewing the configuration settings in the SAP system or using transaction codes related to budget management.
  Deactivate or Complete Processes: If possible, deactivate or complete the processes that are using the budget type group. This may involve:
  
  Completing any ongoing budget planning cycles.
  Deactivating budget execution processes.
  
  
  Remove Dependencies: If there are specific dependencies, you may need to remove or adjust them before attempting to delete the budget type group.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the configuration of your budget management processes.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., FMBB, FMX1, or others) to manage budget types and groups effectively.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to budget management, such as:
  
  FMBB: Change Budget
  FMX1: Create Budget
  FMX2: Change Budget
  FMX3: Display Budget
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to budget type groups and processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to budget type groups and processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.