How To Fix K8079 - Costs were already planned under cost element &. No deletion is possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Costs were already planned under cost element &. No deletion is possible.

What causes this issue?

You want to delete the business process or cost center / activity type
&V4&.
However, costs have already been planned there under cost element &V1&
in version &V3& in fiscal year &V2&.

System Response

Therefore you cannot delete it.

How to fix this error?

First delete the planning record under cost element &V1& in cost
element planning.
If the message appears in the error log several times, this may be due
to the fact that the planning records were updated with different
transaction currencies. In this case, you have to delete all of them.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8079 - Costs were already planned under cost element &. No deletion is possible. ?

  The SAP error message K8079 indicates that there is an attempt to delete planned costs for a cost element that has already been used in planning. This typically occurs in the context of cost planning in SAP Controlling (CO) when you try to delete or modify planned costs that have already been recorded or processed.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Planning Data: The cost element in question has already been used in a planning run, and the system does not allow deletion of planned costs that have been utilized.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that financial data remains consistent and reliable. Deleting planned costs that have been used could lead to discrepancies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Planning Data: Check the planning data for the cost element to understand where it has been used. You can do this by reviewing the planning reports or using transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KP07 (Cost Element Planning).
  Adjust Instead of Deleting: If you need to change the planned costs, consider adjusting the existing planned values rather than deleting them. You can do this by entering new planned values for the cost element.
  Use Different Planning Versions: If you need to make significant changes, consider using a different planning version. This allows you to create a new set of planned costs without affecting the existing data.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of changing planned costs, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure that any changes align with your organization's financial policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for planning and reporting, such as KP06, KP07, KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items), and KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on cost planning and management.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to planning data, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the K8079 error and manage your cost planning effectively.