How To Fix H1631 - Activation of reclassification rule cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 631

• Message text: Activation of reclassification rule cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The activation of the reclassification rule cannot be deleted or
delimited because the budget structure element that was created as a
result of the reclassification rule being activated has already been
carried forward to the next financial year.

System Response

Processing terminated.

How to fix this error?

To delete the activation, proceed as follows:
First, delimit the activation in the financial year that reaches
furthest into the future. After that, you can go back year by year and
further delimit the activation. Do this until the reclassifciation rule
is active in only one financial year - you can then delete the
activation in that year.

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 H1631 - Activation of reclassification rule cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message H1631, which states "Activation of reclassification rule cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with reclassification rules in the context of financial accounting or controlling. This error indicates that there is an attempt to delete a reclassification rule that is currently active or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Active Reclassification Rule: The reclassification rule you are trying to delete is currently active in the system.
  Dependencies: There may be other configurations, transactions, or processes that depend on the reclassification rule, preventing its deletion.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the reclassification rule.
  System Lock: The system might be locked for changes due to ongoing processes or transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Deactivate the Rule: Before attempting to delete the reclassification rule, you should first deactivate it. This can usually be done in the configuration settings where the reclassification rules are maintained.
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies or linked configurations that might be preventing the deletion. Ensure that no transactions or processes are currently using the rule.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the reclassification rule. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  System Status: Check if the system is in a state that allows changes. If there are ongoing processes, you may need to wait until they are completed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly depending on the system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OX15 (for maintaining reclassification rules) or other related codes in the Financial Accounting (FI) or Controlling (CO) modules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the H1631 error and successfully manage your reclassification rules in SAP.