How To Fix GZ356 - The FS chart of accounts may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 356

• Message text: The FS chart of accounts may not be deleted

What causes this issue?

The FS chart of accounts and related objects can only be deleted if
no transaction data exists in your Consolidation system (that is totals
records, documents or entries in reporting tables).
Transaction data exists, however.

System Response

The FS chart of accounts and related objects are not deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ356 - The FS chart of accounts may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message GZ356, which states "The FS chart of accounts may not be deleted," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a Financial Statement (FS) chart of accounts that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Active Usage: The FS chart of accounts is currently being used in financial transactions or reports.
  Dependencies: There may be existing references to the FS chart of accounts in other configurations, such as company codes, financial statements, or reporting structures.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the FS chart of accounts.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or configurations may prevent the deletion of the FS chart of accounts.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Verify if the FS chart of accounts is actively being used in any company codes or financial transactions. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module.
  Use transaction codes like OBY6 to check the assignment of the chart of accounts to company codes.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the FS chart of accounts is linked to any company codes or financial statements, you will need to remove those links before attempting to delete it.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration areas and ensure that the FS chart of accounts is not assigned to any active entities.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to delete the FS chart of accounts has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to the Financial Statement chart of accounts to understand any specific requirements or restrictions regarding deletion.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Code:
  
  If you are sure that the FS chart of accounts is not in use and you have the necessary permissions, you can try using transaction code OBY6 to delete the FS chart of accounts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBY6 (for managing chart of accounts) and FS00 (for managing G/L accounts).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Testing in Development: If possible, test the deletion process in a development or test environment before attempting it in production to avoid any unintended consequences.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.