How To Fix KM448 - Legal valuation cannot be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 448

• Message text: Legal valuation cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Each currency and valuation profile must contain legal valuation in the
company code currency.

System Response

You cannot remove legal valuation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM448 - Legal valuation cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message KM448, which states "Legal valuation cannot be deleted," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Controlling (CO) modules when there is an attempt to delete a legal valuation that is either still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Existing Transactions: There may be existing transactions or postings that reference the legal valuation, making it impossible to delete.
  Dependencies: The legal valuation might be linked to other financial documents or reports that are still active.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the deletion of legal valuations.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to delete the legal valuation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Dependencies: Review any transactions or postings that may be linked to the legal valuation. You can use transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) to check for any active transactions.
  Reverse Transactions: If there are transactions that reference the legal valuation, consider reversing or deleting those transactions first.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that there are no restrictions on deleting legal valuations.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to delete the legal valuation has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OABN (for asset accounting) to check for any inconsistencies or issues related to the asset that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling legal valuations and related error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or solutions based on the version of SAP you are using.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  OABN: Reset Asset Transaction
  OAYZ: Legal Valuation
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a professional with expertise in SAP Asset Accounting.