How To Fix FMEUF188 - Financing source &1 cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMEUF - Expenditure Certification

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Financing source &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete a financing source that is linked to an operation or
is included in a certification run.

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?

To delete the financing source, you must first do one of the following:
If the problem is a link to an operation, delete the link.
If the problem is that the financing source is included in a
certification run, delete it from the certification run if the status is
not <zh>Saved as final</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMEUF188 - Financing source &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message FMEUF188 indicates that a financing source (identified by &1) cannot be deleted. This error typically arises in the context of financial management or project systems where specific financing sources are linked to transactions or configurations that prevent their deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Active Transactions: The financing source may be linked to active transactions, such as budget allocations, commitments, or actual postings.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the financing source in other modules or components, such as project systems or asset accounting.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the financing source.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may prevent the deletion of financing sources that are still in use.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Active Transactions: Review any active transactions that are using the financing source. If there are any, you may need to reverse or delete those transactions before attempting to delete the financing source.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if the financing source is linked to other objects or configurations. You may need to remove these links before deletion.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the financing source has the necessary permissions. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required authorizations.
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to financing sources in your SAP system. There may be specific rules or settings that need to be adjusted to allow deletion.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like FMX1, FMX2, or FMX3) to manage financing sources and check their status.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing financing sources.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to financial management, such as FMX1 (Create Financing Source), FMX2 (Change Financing Source), and FMX3 (Display Financing Source).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to financing sources and the specific error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.