How To Fix K0190 - Node & cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K0 - Error Messages for Central Controlling Routines

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Node & cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to delete a node contained in another node used in a
report or another object.

System Response

The node is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

You can display the node use with the function in the
<ZH>Environment</> menu in hierarchy maintenance.
INCLUDE RKS_0012 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K0190 - Node & cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message K0190, which states "Node & cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or cost center accounting when you attempt to delete a node (such as a cost center, internal order, or other organizational unit) that is still in use or has dependencies.
  Causes:
  
  Dependencies: The node you are trying to delete may have existing transactions, postings, or dependencies linked to it. For example, if there are cost allocations, actual postings, or planned data associated with the node, it cannot be deleted.
  Hierarchy Structure: The node may be part of a hierarchy that is still active or in use. Deleting a node that is part of a parent-child relationship can lead to inconsistencies.
  Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations to delete the node can also trigger this error.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the node is required for reporting or other processes, it cannot be