How To Fix KZ514 - The routine to delete CO transaction data will not be carried out

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 514

• Message text: The routine to delete CO transaction data will not be carried out

What causes this issue?

Starting from a company code, you want to delete the CO transaction
data in the assigned controlling area. A routine is used for this. The
routine cannot be performed if one of the following situations occurs:
In this case, error &V1& was found during the check:
(1) Before the routine was called, no check was made against the
transaction data in CO being deleted.
(2) In the check results, productive company codes are assigned to the
controlling area.
(3) Data from external productive company codes are defined in the
controlling area.
(4) You are not authorized to run the routine.
(5) The company code and controlling area are not assigned to each
other. FI data, however, has been transferred from the affected
company codes to at least one controlling area.
(6) The company code and the controlling area are not assigned to each
other and no FI data from the affected company codes has been
transferred to CO.
(7) No CO data exists for the affected company codes (deletion not
required).
(8) No CO data exists for the affected company codes in the controlling
area assigned (deletion not required), but data does exist in at least
one other controlling area.

How to fix this error?

Fulfill the requirements (if deletion is not required) so that you can
run the routine.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KZ514 - The routine to delete CO transaction data will not be carried out ?

  The SAP error message KZ514 indicates that the routine to delete Controlling (CO) transaction data will not be executed. This error typically arises during the execution of a program or transaction that is intended to delete CO data, such as during the archiving process or when running a specific report.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to allow the deletion of CO transaction data.
  Authorization Problems: The user executing the deletion may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Data Integrity Constraints: There may be existing dependencies or constraints that prevent the deletion of certain CO data.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues, such as missing or corrupted data, that prevent the routine from executing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KZ514 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the system is configured correctly for the deletion of CO transaction data. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete CO transaction data. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Examine Data Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies or constraints related to the CO data that might prevent deletion. This could involve checking for linked documents or other related data.
  
  
  
  Check for Technical Issues:
  
  Look for any technical issues that might be causing the error. This could involve checking system logs (transaction SLG1) for any related error messages or warnings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Development Environment:
  
  If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to CO data management, such as KAH1 (Create Cost Center), KAH2 (Change Cost Center), and KAH3 (Display Cost Center).
  Archiving: If the error occurs during archiving, ensure that the archiving objects and settings are correctly defined.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to CO data management and deletion processes for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KZ514 error and implement a suitable solution.