How To Fix GG189 - You cannot delete field grouping code &

GG189 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GG - Messages for FI-SL customizing

• Message number: 189

• Message text: You cannot delete field grouping code &

What causes this issue?

The field grouping codes '0000' and '0001' are fixed definitions and
thus must not be deleted.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GG189 - You cannot delete field grouping code & ?

  The SAP error message GG189, which states "You cannot delete field grouping code &," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a field grouping code that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. Field grouping codes are used in various SAP modules, particularly in Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO), to categorize and manage data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The field grouping code you are trying to delete is still being referenced in various configurations, such as in reports, forms, or other settings.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, which prevent the deletion of objects that are still in use to avoid inconsistencies in the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the field grouping code.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Before attempting to delete the field grouping code, check if it is being used in any configurations or transactions. You can do this by:
  
  Reviewing the configuration settings in