How To Fix KCSL016 - The data from slice &1 cannot be deleted

KCSL016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KCSL - SAP-EIS: Data Slices

• Message number: 016

• Message text: The data from slice &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

The transaction data for a data slice cannot be deleted.

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?

Check your authorizations.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KCSL016 - The data from slice &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message KCSL016, which states "The data from slice &1 cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost center accounting or internal orders. This error indicates that there is an issue preventing the deletion of data from a specific slice (or segment) of data in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Data Locking: The data you are trying to delete may be locked by another user or process. This can happen if another transaction is currently using the data.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be integrity constraints that prevent the deletion of certain records. For example, if the data is linked to other records or if it is part of a closed period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the data from the specified slice.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues or bugs in the system that are