How To Fix GLT1033 - Transaction &1/&2 is assigned to document type &3, deletion not possible

GLT1033 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLT1 - Split processor: Maintain control tables

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Transaction &1/&2 is assigned to document type &3, deletion not possible

What causes this issue?

<DS:DE.GLPROCESS>Accounting transaction</> &V1&,
<DS:DE.GLPROCVARI>transaction variant</> &V2& is used in the SAP system
where it is assigned to <DS:DE.BLART>document type</> &V3&.

System Response

The accounting transaction variant cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLT1033 - Transaction &1/&2 is assigned to document type &3, deletion not possible ?

  The SAP error message GLT1033 indicates that a specific transaction (identified by &1 and &2) is assigned to a document type (&3) that does not allow for deletion. This error typically arises in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with General Ledger (GL) accounting entries.
  
  Cause:
  
  Document Type Restrictions: The document type associated with the transaction has been configured in such a way that it does not permit deletion. This is often a safeguard to maintain data integrity and prevent accidental loss of important financial records.
  Transaction Status: The transaction may be in a status that does not allow for deletion, such as being posted or having subsequent transactions linked to it.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the transaction, even if the document type allows it.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the document type in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating