How To Fix FSCY136 - Changing the subdivision ID is not possible; &1 is used in &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSCY - Generation of Cover Pools - Flexible Master Data Structure

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Changing the subdivision ID is not possible; &1 is used in &2

What causes this issue?

You want to change the position of a substring for the subdivision ID
&V1&. However, this is not possible because master data has already
been created using this subdivision ID.
If master data subdivision is active, you cannot change the length and
position of the substring for a subdivision ID if master data still
exists that was created using this subdivision ID.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSCY136 - Changing the subdivision ID is not possible; &1 is used in &2 ?

  The SAP error message FSCY136 indicates that there is an attempt to change a subdivision ID that is currently in use in another context or object. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules where subdivisions (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) are linked to various transactions or master data.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to change a subdivision ID that is actively being referenced in other areas of the system (e.g., in transactions, reports, or other master data).
  The subdivision ID is locked or has dependencies that prevent it from being modified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies:
  
  Check where the subdivision ID is being used. You can use transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to look up the relevant tables and see the references to the subdivision ID.
  
  
  
  Remove References:
  
  If possible, remove or update the references to the subdivision ID in the related objects. This may involve changing the configuration or master data that is linked to the subdivision.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Ensure that there are no locks on the subdivision ID. You can check for locks using transaction code SM12.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or restrictions regarding changing subdivision IDs.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  If you are working with cost centers, profit centers, or similar entities, use the appropriate transaction codes (like KS01 for cost centers) to check the status and dependencies of the subdivision ID.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights or patches if this is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing subdivisions, such as KS01 (Create Cost Center), KS02 (Change Cost Center), and KS03 (Display Cost Center).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FSCY136 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the subdivision ID.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.