How To Fix FTVV_MESSAGES263 - Object &1 cannot be deleted, as real estate encumbrances still exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTVV_MESSAGES - Reporting Financial Assets Management

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Object &1 cannot be deleted, as real estate encumbrances still exist.

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the entry for the object because encumbrances (liens
on property) for the object still exist.

How to fix this error?

Delete the encumbrances belonging to the object before you delete the
object.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES263 - Object &1 cannot be deleted, as real estate encumbrances still exist. ?

  The SAP error message FTVV_MESSAGES263 indicates that you are trying to delete a real estate object (such as a property or a lease) that cannot be deleted because there are existing encumbrances associated with it. Encumbrances in real estate refer to claims or liabilities against the property, such as mortgages, liens, or other financial obligations.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the real estate object you are attempting to delete has one or more encumbrances that need to be resolved first. The system prevents deletion to maintain data integrity and ensure that all financial obligations are accounted for.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Encumbrances: 
  
  Use the relevant transaction codes (like RECN or RE80) to check for any existing encumbrances associated with the real estate object.
  Review the details of these encumbrances to understand their nature and status.
  
  
  
  Clear Encumbrances:
  
  If the encumbrances are no longer valid or needed, you may need to clear or remove them. This could involve:
  
  Paying off any outstanding amounts.
  Closing or releasing the encumbrance in the system.
  Following the appropriate procedures to formally remove the encumbrance.
  
  
  
  
  
  Delete the Object:
  
  Once all encumbrances have been cleared, attempt to delete the real estate object again.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing real estate objects and encumbrances for specific procedures.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the encumbrances cannot be removed, consult with your SAP administrator or a financial consultant who specializes in real estate management within SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing real estate in SAP, such as:
  
  RECN (Real Estate Management: Display Object)
  RE80 (Real Estate Management: Display Encumbrances)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to view and modify encumbrances and real estate objects.
  
  
  Data Integrity: Understand that SAP enforces these rules to maintain data integrity, so always follow the proper procedures when managing real estate data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the real estate object if it is appropriate to do so.