How To Fix FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST029 - Address &1 cannot be deleted because address maintained in BA List

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST - Customizable Messages for BCS Hierarchy Change

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Address &1 cannot be deleted because address maintained in BA List

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST029 - Address &1 cannot be deleted because address maintained in BA List ?

  The SAP error message FMHIE_CHGCHK_CUST029 indicates that an address cannot be deleted because it is still maintained in a Business Address List (BA List). This typically occurs in the context of managing customer or vendor master data in SAP, where addresses are linked to various business entities.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to delete an address that is still referenced in a Business Address List. The system prevents the deletion to maintain data integrity, as the address is still in use.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the BA List: Determine which Business Address List is using the address you are trying to delete. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes or reports that list addresses associated with business entities.
  
  
  Remove the Address from the BA List:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where the Business Address List is maintained (e.g., transaction code BP for Business Partner).
  Find the specific Business Address List entry that includes the address in question.
  Remove or change the address reference in the BA List.
  
  
  
  Delete the Address: Once the address is no longer referenced in any Business Address List, you can proceed to delete the address without encountering the error.
  
  
  Check for Other References: If the error persists, ensure that the address is not linked to any other entities or lists within the system. This may include checking for references in customer or vendor master records.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), XD02 (Change Customer), or MK02 (Change Vendor) to manage addresses.
  Data Integrity: Understand that SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent orphaned records or inconsistencies in the database.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing Business Address Lists and addresses in general.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the address in question.