Message type: E = Error
Message class: GK - Messages for SAP Consolidation
Message number: 780
Message text: Breakdown category &1 cannot be deleted - still in use!
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GK780
- Breakdown category &1 cannot be deleted - still in use! ?The SAP error message GK780 indicates that a breakdown category (identified by &1) cannot be deleted because it is still in use. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly in the area of Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or Cost Center Accounting.
Cause: The error arises when you attempt to delete a breakdown category that is currently assigned to one or more objects or transactions. This could include: Cost centers Internal orders Activity types Other cost objects If any of these objects are still referencing the breakdown category, SAP will prevent its deletion to maintain data integrity.
Solution: To resolve this issue, you can follow these steps: Identify Usage: Determine where the breakdown category is being used. You can do this by: Checking the configuration settings in the relevant modules (e.g., Cost Center Accounting). Using transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1 (Orders: Actual Line Items) to see if there are any postings related to
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