How To Fix KE086 - Deleting a record type can lead to inconsistencies if data already exists

KE086 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Deleting a record type can lead to inconsistencies if data already exists

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

If data already exists in the system for record type &V1&, you cannot
delete the record type. Otherwise you could no longer display or
change the data which was posted or planned under the record type
&V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE086 - Deleting a record type can lead to inconsistencies if data already exists ?

  The SAP error message KE086 indicates that there is an attempt to delete a record type in the Controlling (CO) module, specifically in the context of Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or other related areas. This error arises when there is existing data associated with the record type you are trying to delete, which could lead to inconsistencies in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Data: The primary cause of this error is that there are already records in the database that reference the record type you are attempting to delete. Deleting a record type that has existing data can lead to orphaned records or inconsistencies in reporting and analysis.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that the deletion of record types does not compromise the accuracy and reliability of financial data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Existing Data: Before attempting to delete a record type, check if there are any existing records associated with it. You can