How To Fix KM230 - Only delete entries up to period & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Only delete entries up to period & &

What causes this issue?

You can only delete log entries for periods for which it is unlikely
that further data will be transferred to Profit Center Accounting.

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

System Response

You cannot delete the period.

How to fix this error?

Choose period &V1& &V2& or an earlier period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM230 - Only delete entries up to period & & ?

  The SAP error message KM230 ("Only delete entries up to period & &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) or cost center accounting when you attempt to delete or change entries in a period that is not allowed. This is often due to the system's configuration regarding period closing and data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Closing: The error usually indicates that the period you are trying to delete entries from has already been closed. In SAP, once a period is closed, you cannot make changes to the financial data for that period to ensure data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete entries in certain periods.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict deletions beyond a certain period for audit and control purposes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the period you are trying to delete entries from. You