How To Fix MDGBP058 - Payment card &1 is still being used, but can be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDGBP - Master Data Governance: Business Partner specific messages

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Payment card &1 is still being used, but can be deleted

What causes this issue?

You want to delete a payment card by direct input. This payment card is
still being used somewhere in the system by other applications, but
nevertheless you can delete it.

System Response

Warning, but payment card is deleted.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDGBP058 - Payment card &1 is still being used, but can be deleted ?

  The SAP error message MDGBP058 indicates that a payment card (identified by &1) is still being used in the system, which prevents it from being deleted. This error typically arises in the context of managing payment cards within the SAP system, particularly in modules related to finance or procurement.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to delete a payment card that is still linked to one or more transactions, documents, or master data records in the system. This could include:
  
  Open purchase orders or invoices that reference the payment card.
  Active contracts or agreements that utilize the payment card.
  Any other financial transactions that have not been fully processed or cleared.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to identify and remove any dependencies associated with the payment card before attempting to delete it. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or FB03 (Display Document) to check if there are any open documents that reference the payment card.
  Review any contracts or agreements that may still be active.
  
  
  
  Clear Transactions: 
  
  If you find any transactions that are still using the payment card, you may need to either complete, cancel, or modify those transactions to remove the dependency.
  
  
  
  Delete Payment Card: 
  
  Once all dependencies have been cleared, you can attempt to delete the payment card again using the appropriate transaction (e.g., F110 for payment processing or the specific transaction for managing payment cards).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the dependencies or how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check for System Updates: 
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as sometimes bugs or issues can be resolved in newer versions or patches.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing payment cards and financial documents.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify payment card information.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the MDGBP058 error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take the necessary actions to resolve it.