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

GZ356 - Overview

• 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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GZ356 - Details

• 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