How To Fix KE684 - The data structures for operating concern & were not deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 684

• Message text: The data structures for operating concern & were not deleted

What causes this issue?

The data structures for operating concern &V1& could not be deleted.

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?

See the log to obtain additional information about the cause of the
problem.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE684 - The data structures for operating concern & were not deleted ?

  The SAP error message KE684 indicates that there was an issue with deleting data structures for a specific operating concern in the Controlling (CO) module, particularly related to Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). This error typically arises when you attempt to delete an operating concern that still has dependencies or data structures that are not fully cleared.
  Cause of the Error
  
  Existing Data: The operating concern may still have existing data that prevents its deletion. This could include actual or planned data in CO-PA.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the operating concern from other modules or configurations that need to be addressed before deletion.
  Incomplete Deletion Process: The deletion process may not have been completed successfully due to prior errors or interruptions.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the KE684 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Existing Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like KE5A (for displaying CO-PA data) to check if there are any existing records in the operating concern you are trying to delete.
  If there are records, you may need to archive or delete them before proceeding.
  
  
  
  Delete Data Structures:
  
  Ensure that all data structures related to the operating concern are deleted. This can be done using transaction KE4S (for deleting CO-PA data structures).
  Follow the prompts to delete any existing data structures.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Review any dependencies that might be linked to the operating concern. This includes checking for any configurations in other modules that might reference the operating concern.
  Ensure that all related configurations are removed or adjusted accordingly.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction KE4D:
  
  If you are trying to delete the operating concern, you can use transaction KE4D to delete the operating concern and its associated data structures.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can help resolve the issue.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context on why the deletion failed.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KE5A, KE4S, and KE4D for managing CO-PA data.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Profitability Analysis and operating concerns for a deeper understanding of the data structures involved.
  Backup: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before performing deletion operations to prevent accidental data loss.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE684 error and successfully delete the data structures for the specified operating concern.