How To Fix KS027 - Deletion is not possible (dependent records exist)

KS027 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Deletion is not possible (dependent records exist)

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a master data object. However, transaction data
still exists for this object.

System Response

The program does not execute the deletion.

How to fix this error?

Referenced master data should not be deleted. Procedures for special
cases are known by the various support levels, if required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS027 - Deletion is not possible (dependent records exist) ?

  The SAP error message KS027 ("Deletion is not possible (dependent records exist)") typically occurs when you attempt to delete a cost center, internal order, or other master data that has dependent records associated with it. This means that there are transactions or other data entries that reference the object you are trying to delete, preventing the deletion process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependent Records: The primary cause of this error is that there are existing transactions, allocations, or other records that reference the cost center or internal order you are trying to delete.
  Open Periods: If there are open periods in the financial accounting or controlling modules, this can also prevent deletion.
  Hierarchy Relationships: If the object is part of a hierarchy (e.g., a cost center hierarchy), it may not be possible to delete it without first removing it from the hierarchy.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KS027 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1