How To Fix FSCY140 - Deactivating the subdivision for &1 is not permitted

FSCY140 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Deactivating the subdivision for &1 is not permitted

What causes this issue?

Master data was already created for account assignment element &V1&
with the subdivision of master data.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FSCY140 - Details

• The SAP error message FSCY140, which states "Deactivating the subdivision for &1 is not permitted," typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling modules when there is an attempt to deactivate a subdivision (such as a cost center, profit center, or other organizational unit) that is still in use or has dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The subdivision you are trying to deactivate may have active transactions or postings associated with it.
  Dependencies: There may be other objects or configurations that depend on the subdivision, making it impossible to deactivate.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that prevent deactivation for certain subdivisions due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Transactions: Review the subdivision for any active transactions or postings. You may need to clear or reverse these transactions before deactivation.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependent objects (like cost centers, profit centers, etc.) that are linked to the