How To Fix KM940 - Entry for component which no longer exists has been removed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 940

• Message text: Entry for component which no longer exists has been removed

What causes this issue?

Component GLIN has been deleted.

System Response

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?

Component GLIN was deleted from contol tables TRWCA and TRWCI as this
component no longer exists as of the current program version.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM940 - Entry for component which no longer exists has been removed ?

  The SAP error message KM940 ("Entry for component which no longer exists has been removed") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other components that are part of the controlling structure. This error indicates that there is a reference to a component (like a cost center or internal order) that has been deleted or is no longer valid in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Components: The most common cause is that the component (e.g., a cost center, internal order, or project) has been deleted from the system, but there are still references to it in various transactions or master data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to changes in the organizational structure or incorrect data entry.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the controlling area or other related settings may lead to this error if they affect the