How To Fix G4653 - Venture & is found in &, cannot be deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Venture & is found in &, cannot be deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4653 - Venture & is found in &, cannot be deleted. ?

  The SAP error message G4653 typically indicates that there is an issue with a venture (or project) that is associated with a specific entity (like a cost center, internal order, etc.) in the system. The message suggests that the venture cannot be deleted because it is still linked to other objects or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The venture is linked to other objects (e.g., cost centers, internal orders, or other projects) that are still active or in use.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the venture is part of a larger structure or has transactions associated with it, it cannot be deleted.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the venture.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or CJI3 (Project Actual Line Items) to check if there are any transactions or objects linked to the venture.
  Review any associated cost centers, internal orders, or other projects that may be preventing deletion.
  
  
  
  Remove Associations: 
  
  If you find any linked objects, you may need to remove or deactivate those associations before attempting to delete the venture again.
  Ensure that all transactions related to the venture are completed or reversed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: 
  
  Verify that you have the necessary permissions to delete the venture. If not, contact your SAP administrator to obtain the required access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP, as the steps may vary.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: 
  
  You can also use transaction codes like CJ02 (Change Project) to make necessary changes to the project before deletion.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or patches related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for project management in SAP, such as CJ01 (Create Project), CJ02 (Change Project), and CJ03 (Display Project).
  User Roles: Ensure that user roles and authorizations are correctly set up in your SAP environment to avoid permission-related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the G4653 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.