How To Fix KM870 - Line item update was not deactivated for fiscal year &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 870

• Message text: Line item update was not deactivated for fiscal year &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM870 - Line item update was not deactivated for fiscal year &1 ?

  The SAP error message KM870, which states "Line item update was not deactivated for fiscal year &1," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) and is related to the deactivation of line item updates for a specific fiscal year in the system. This error can arise when there are attempts to deactivate line item updates for a fiscal year that is still in use or has not been properly closed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Line Item Update Status: The line item update for the specified fiscal year is still active, meaning that transactions are still being posted to that year.
  Fiscal Year Not Closed: The fiscal year in question has not been closed properly, which prevents the deactivation of line item updates.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area that are not aligned with the intended fiscal year settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status: Verify if the fiscal year is still open for posting.