How To Fix KA398 - Overhead & is still in use

KA398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Overhead & is still in use

What causes this issue?

Overhead &V1& is still being used in other controlling areas.

System Response

Deletion not possible.

How to fix this error?

You cannot delete overhead &V1& while it is still being used in any
controlling area.
You can also delete the overhead data and the definition in the
overview list.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA398 - Overhead & is still in use ?

  The SAP error message KA398, which states "Overhead & is still in use," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you attempt to delete or change an overhead cost element that is still being referenced in various transactions or configurations. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete a cost center, internal order, or other controlling objects that are linked to the overhead cost element.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The overhead cost element is still being used in various transactions, such as cost allocations, budgeting, or actual postings.
  Open Periods: There may be open periods in which the overhead cost element has been used, preventing its deletion or modification.
  Configuration Dependencies: The overhead cost element may be linked to other configurations or master data that are still active.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KA398 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify References:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KOB1