How To Fix GK230 - Deletion of &1 only possible in &2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Deletion of &1 only possible in &2/&3

What causes this issue?

Assignments within CG/CU hierarchies are time-dependent and are
effective as of a certain period so that you do not need to repeat the
assignments each period.
You can therefore only delete an assignment in the original period (the
period in which it was created).

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete the assignment, change the global parameters
(fiscal year and period) first.

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GK230 - Deletion of &1 only possible in &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message GK230, which states "Deletion of &1 only possible in &2/&3," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or related modules when attempting to delete a specific asset or transaction. The placeholders (&1, &2, &3) represent the asset or transaction identifier and the company code or fiscal year, respectively.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Company Code/Fiscal Year: The asset or transaction you are trying to delete is not in the current company code or fiscal year context.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked transactions that prevent the deletion of the asset.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion in the specified context.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the GK230 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Context:
  
  Ensure that you are in the correct company code and fiscal year when attempting to delete the asset. You may need to switch to the appropriate context.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any transactions or postings related to the asset that need to be cleared or reversed before deletion. This may include depreciation postings, transfers, or other related transactions.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the asset. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction code for deletion. For example, if you are trying to delete an asset, you might need to use transaction code AS02 (Change Asset) or AS03 (Display Asset) to check the asset details before deletion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on asset deletion procedures and any prerequisites that must be met.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and the context in which it occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AS06 (Delete Asset).
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Review the configuration settings in Asset Accounting (FI-AA) to ensure that they align with your business processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error GK230 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the GK230 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.