How To Fix FMFG_RECON_E064 - Data slice cannot be deleted because still used in rules

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMFG_RECON_E - Reconciliation Tool message class

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Data slice cannot be deleted because still used in rules

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMFG_RECON_E064 - Data slice cannot be deleted because still used in rules ?

  The SAP error message FMFG_RECON_E064 indicates that a data slice cannot be deleted because it is still being referenced in one or more rules. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Financial Management (FM) or related modules where data slices are used for reporting or processing financial data.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The data slice you are trying to delete is actively referenced in one or more rules or configurations within the system. This means that the system is preventing the deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the data slice in various financial reports, allocations, or other processes that rely on the data slice for their calculations or outputs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check which rules or configurations are using the data slice. You can do this by reviewing the rules in the relevant configuration area of SAP.
  Use transaction codes like FMFG or FMX1 to navigate to the relevant areas where rules are defined.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove References:
  
  If you find that the data slice is referenced in rules, you will need to either modify those rules to remove the reference to the data slice or delete the rules if they are no longer needed.
  Ensure that any changes made do not affect other processes or reports that rely on those rules.
  
  
  
  Delete the Data Slice:
  
  Once all references to the data slice have been removed or modified, you should be able to delete the data slice without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, it is advisable to test the affected processes or reports to ensure that everything is functioning correctly without the data slice.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides specific to your version of SAP for detailed instructions on managing data slices and rules.
  Support: If you are unable to identify the dependencies or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  Change Management: Implement a change management process to track changes made to rules and data slices to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FMFG_RECON_E064 error and successfully delete the data slice.