How To Fix FQ170 - Deleting customer line not permitted

FQ170 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FQ - Payment Requests and Payment Program

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Deleting customer line not permitted

What causes this issue?

You can only delete the customer item if all corresponding items have
been deleted on the detail screen.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FQ170 - Deleting customer line not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FQ170, which states "Deleting customer line not permitted," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or customer master data management. This error indicates that the system is preventing the deletion of a customer line due to certain restrictions or conditions that are in place.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The customer line may be linked to other financial documents or transactions, such as invoices, payments, or contracts, which prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete customer lines in the system.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict the deletion of customer data based on business rules or compliance requirements.
  Status of the Customer Line: The customer line may be in a status that does not allow for deletion (e.g., if it is marked as "active" or "in use").
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any linked transactions or documents associated