How To Fix K7195 - The first section cannot be deleted -> if necessary, change sort order

K7195 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K7 - Messages for Row/Column Structure

• Message number: 195

• Message text: The first section cannot be deleted -> if necessary, change sort order

What causes this issue?

Section 1 cannot be deleted.

System Response

Action was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Section 1 of a report cannot be deleted directly. First sort the
sections in a different order ("Format -> Section overview") and then
delete the desired section.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K7195 - The first section cannot be deleted -> if necessary, change sort order ?

  The SAP error message K7195, which states "The first section cannot be deleted -> if necessary, change sort order," typically occurs in the context of managing cost elements or cost centers in SAP Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the structure of the data you are trying to modify, specifically regarding the deletion of a section or entry that is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Structure: The error usually arises when you attempt to delete the first section of a report or a hierarchy that is not permitted. In many cases, the first section is considered a critical part of the data structure, and SAP does not allow its deletion to maintain data integrity.
  Sort Order: The error message suggests that the sort order of the sections may need to be adjusted. If the first section is not the one you want to delete, you may need to