How To Fix FV172 - Posting not possible since the deletion indicator was set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FV - Electronic Banking Messages

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Posting not possible since the deletion indicator was set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FV172 - Posting not possible since the deletion indicator was set ?

  The SAP error message FV172 ("Posting not possible since the deletion indicator was set") typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to a financial document or an asset that has been marked for deletion. This means that the system has flagged the document or asset as no longer valid for further postings, which is why you are encountering this error.
  Cause:
  
  
  Deletion Indicator Set: The primary cause of this error is that the deletion indicator has been set for the relevant document or asset. This can happen if:
  
  The document was marked for deletion in a previous transaction.
  The asset has been flagged for deletion in the asset master data.
  
  
  
  Document Status: The document may have been archived or flagged in a way that prevents further postings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FV172 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Document/Asset:
  
  Identify the document or asset that is causing the error. You can do this by reviewing the transaction you are trying to post.
  Use transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) for financial documents or AS03 (Display Asset) for assets to check the status.
  
  
  
  Remove the Deletion Indicator:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can remove the deletion indicator:
  
  For financial documents, you may need to reverse or delete the document if it is permissible.
  For assets, you can go to the asset master record (transaction AS02) and remove the deletion indicator if the asset is still valid for use.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the deletion indicator, consult with your SAP administrator or finance team. They can assist in determining whether the deletion indicator should be removed or if the document/asset should remain flagged.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes:
  
  Ensure that the business processes are followed correctly to avoid setting deletion indicators unnecessarily. This may involve training or updating procedures for users.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FB03: Display Financial Document
  FB02: Change Financial Document
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting and financial document management for best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FV172 error and continue with your postings in SAP.