How To Fix FSCY139 - Deleting the subdivision ID is not possible; delete the substrings first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Deleting the subdivision ID is not possible; delete the substrings first

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a subdivision ID, however, this is not possible as
substrings are still assigned to this subdivision ID in the IMG
activity <DS:SIMG._ISPSFM_FMMDSUBDIV>Define Substrings for each FM
Account Assignment Element</>.

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?

If want to delete the subdivision ID, you have to delete the substrings
first.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSCY139 - Deleting the subdivision ID is not possible; delete the substrings first ?

  The SAP error message FSCY139 indicates that you are trying to delete a subdivision ID, but there are substrings associated with it that need to be deleted first. This is a common issue when managing hierarchical data structures in SAP, particularly in the context of financial or controlling modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the subdivision ID you are attempting to delete has one or more substrings linked to it. In SAP, a subdivision ID can have multiple substrings that represent more detailed categorizations or classifications. The system enforces a hierarchy, meaning you cannot delete a parent (subdivision ID) if there are still child elements (substrings) associated with it.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Substrings: First, identify all the substrings associated with the subdivision ID you want to delete. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays the hierarchy of subdivision IDs and their substrings.
  
  
  Delete Substrings: Once you have identified the substrings, you need to delete them first. This can typically be done through the same transaction or module where you manage the subdivision IDs. Look for an option to delete or remove the substrings.
  
  
  Delete Subdivision ID: After successfully deleting all associated substrings, you can then proceed to delete the subdivision ID itself.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may use specific transaction codes to manage subdivisions and substrings. Common transaction codes include:
  
  FSCM: For managing financial supply chain management.
  FSP0: For managing financial statement versions.
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete substrings and subdivision IDs. If you do not have the required permissions, you may need to contact your SAP administrator.
  
  
  Data Integrity: Always ensure that deleting these elements does not affect any reporting or data integrity within your SAP system. It may be beneficial to back up relevant data before making deletions.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary slightly based on the configuration and modules in use.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FSCY139 error and successfully manage your subdivision IDs and their associated substrings.