How To Fix GJ090 - Partner & Belongs to an Equity Group and Cannot Be Deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GJ - Joint Venture Accounting

• Message number: 090

• Message text: Partner & Belongs to an Equity Group and Cannot Be Deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GJ090 - Partner & Belongs to an Equity Group and Cannot Be Deleted. ?

  The SAP error message GJ090 indicates that a partner (such as a business partner or vendor) is associated with an equity group and cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of managing equity investments or partnerships within the SAP system, particularly in modules related to financial accounting or asset management.
  Cause:
  
  Equity Group Association: The partner is linked to an equity group, which means it has financial implications and relationships that are tracked within the system.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of records that are still in use or have dependencies, ensuring that financial reporting and data consistency are maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Dependencies: Check if the partner is indeed linked to an equity group. You can do this by navigating to the equity group management section in SAP and reviewing the associated partners.
  Remove Association: If you need to delete the partner, you must first remove its association with the equity group. This may involve:
  
  Editing the equity group to remove the partner.
  Ensuring that there are no outstanding transactions or dependencies related to the partner in the equity group.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to manage equity groups and partners.
  Use Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use specific transaction codes (like BP for Business Partner) to manage and edit partner details.
  Seek Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to equity groups and partners. If not, consult with your SAP administrator or a colleague with the appropriate access.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), GJ1B (Equity Group Management), and others that may be relevant to your specific SAP configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to modify equity groups and partners.
  Testing Changes: If you are in a production environment, consider testing changes in a development or sandbox environment first to avoid unintended consequences.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP financial modules.