How To Fix GK013 - Cannot delete consolidation unit &1

GK013 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Cannot delete consolidation unit &1

What causes this issue?

You tried to delete consolidation unit <ZH>&V1&</>. However, this unit
represents "third parties" (organizations that do not belong to the
group) and, therefore, cannot be deleted.

System Response

Cannot delete the consolidation unit

How to fix this error?

The unit will be deleted automatically when you delete dimension
<ZH>&V2&</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GK013 - Details

• The SAP error message GK013, which states "Cannot delete consolidation unit &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Consolidation module (part of SAP Financials). This error indicates that the system is unable to delete a specified consolidation unit due to certain constraints or dependencies.
  Causes:
  
  Existing Data: The consolidation unit may have existing data or transactions associated with it, such as financial statements, balances, or other records that prevent deletion.
  Dependencies: The unit may be linked to other entities or processes within the consolidation framework, making it impossible to delete without first addressing these dependencies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the consolidation unit.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may restrict the deletion of consolidation units.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Existing Data: Review the consolidation unit for any existing data or transactions. If there are records, you may need to delete or archive them before attempting to delete