How To Fix KS137 - Cannot delete: dependent records for cost center &1 in table &2

KS137 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Cannot delete: dependent records for cost center &1 in table &2

What causes this issue?

To ensure consistency of the existing data, deletion is only possible
if no <DS:GLOS.3526B2FCAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>transaction data</>
exists in the change time period. Neither plan data nor actual data may
be posted.
Since transaction data already exists in table &v2&, it is no longer
possible to delete cost center &v1& in this time period.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entry.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS137 - Cannot delete: dependent records for cost center &1 in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message KS137, which states "Cannot delete: dependent records for cost center &1 in table &2," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a cost center that has dependent records in the system. This means that there are other entries or transactions that reference the cost center you are trying to delete, preventing the deletion process.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependent Records: The cost center you are trying to delete has associated records in other tables, such as cost center planning data, actual postings, or allocations.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that you do not delete records that are still in use or referenced by other data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (Cost Centers: Actual Line Items) or KSW1 (Cost Centers: Plan Line Items) to check for any postings related to the cost center.
  You can also use SE16 or SE11 to