How To Fix ICC_FI_CN015 - Book &1 has already been used and cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICC_FI_CN - Für die Meldungen extern vornum. Belege

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Book &1 has already been used and cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a book that has already been used. Some of its
documents have already been saved in the system. Deleting it could lead
to inconsistencies.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If you still want to delete the book, set the number of the last
document used to 0, then try again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICC_FI_CN015 - Book &1 has already been used and cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ICC_FI_CN015 indicates that a specific book (in this case, referred to as "&1") has already been used in a transaction and therefore cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling, where certain books (like asset accounting books) are linked to transactions that have already been processed.
  Cause:
  
  Transactions Already Posted: The book has been used in transactions that have been posted, such as journal entries, asset transactions, or other financial postings.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the book from other modules or processes, making it impossible to delete without first addressing those dependencies.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent deletion of books that have been utilized to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage: Review the transactions that have been posted against the book. You can do this by checking the relevant financial documents or reports to see where the book has been used.
  Reverse Transactions: If possible, reverse or delete the transactions that have used the book. This may involve reversing journal entries or other financial postings.
  Consult with Finance Team: Work with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications of deleting the book and to ensure that it is safe to do so.
  Change Book Status: If deletion is not possible, consider changing the status of the book to inactive or closed, if your business processes allow for that.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to asset accounting (like AS01, AS02, etc.) or financial postings (like FB01, FB08) to navigate through the system effectively.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to financial books and transactions.
  Backup Data: Before making any changes, ensure that you have a backup of the relevant data to prevent any loss of information.
  Testing: If you are in a development or testing environment, try to replicate the issue to understand the exact cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.