How To Fix KD009 - Distribution rule already used, therefore it can no longer be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KD - CO Settlement

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Distribution rule already used, therefore it can no longer be deleted

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete a distribution rule which has already been used to
carry out a settlement.

System Response

No deletion.

How to fix this error?

You can reset the "Valid to" date back to the date of the last
settlement and enter a new rule for the period after it. If you then
cancel the last settlement, the date of the last settlement is reset as
appropriate.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KD009 - Distribution rule already used, therefore it can no longer be deleted ?

  The SAP error message KD009 ("Distribution rule already used, therefore it can no longer be deleted") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you attempt to delete a distribution rule that has already been utilized in a distribution process. This error indicates that the distribution rule is linked to existing transactions or postings, making it impossible to delete without addressing those dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Usage: The distribution rule you are trying to delete has been used in previous distributions or allocations. This could include allocations to cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity by preventing the deletion of objects that are still in use to avoid inconsistencies in financial reporting and controlling.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KD009 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Usage: 
  
  Identify where the distribution rule is being used. You can do this by reviewing the distribution documents or reports that reference