How To Fix KS197 - Cost center &1 has already been selected for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Cost center &1 has already been selected for deletion

What causes this issue?

Cost center &v1& has been been found more than once in the entry list.
This cost center is already marked for deletion, but can only be changed
for a single time interval using a BAPI call.

System Response

The current entry in the list of cost centers is ignored.

How to fix this error?

If you want to delete more time intervals for the cost center, you can
do this in <DS:TRAN.KS04>Master Data Maintenance</> of the cost centers.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS197 - Cost center &1 has already been selected for deletion ?

  The SAP error message KS197 indicates that a cost center you are trying to delete has already been marked for deletion in the system. This typically occurs when you attempt to delete a cost center that is still referenced in various transactions or has not been properly flagged for deletion.
  Cause:
  
  Cost Center Already Marked for Deletion: The cost center has already been flagged for deletion in the system.
  Dependencies: The cost center may still have active transactions or dependencies that prevent it from being deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the cost center.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Deletion Flag: 
  
  Go to the cost center master data (Transaction code: KS02) and check if the deletion flag is set. If it is, you may need to remove the deletion flag if you want to make changes or delete it.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no active postings or dependencies linked to the cost center. You can check for any open transactions or reports that might be using the cost center.
  If there are transactions, you may need to clear them or reassign them to another cost center before proceeding with deletion.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify cost centers. If you do not have the required permissions, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  If you are trying to delete a cost center, ensure you are using the correct transaction code (e.g., KS03 for display, KS02 for change, and KS04 for deletion).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling cost center deletions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KS04: Mark Cost Center for Deletion
  
  
  Cost Center Accounting: Understanding the implications of deleting cost centers in the context of financial reporting and accounting practices is crucial.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific issues or patches related to cost center management.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official support channels for further assistance.