How To Fix MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT006 - Transaction data exists. Deletion of &1 (&2, &3) not allowed.

MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT006 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT - Message Class for Additional Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Transaction data exists. Deletion of &1 (&2, &3) not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT006 - Transaction data exists. Deletion of &1 (&2, &3) not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message MSG_FINCS_MD_MAINT006 indicates that there is existing transaction data associated with the object you are trying to delete. The message typically appears when you attempt to delete a master data record (like a cost center, profit center, etc.) that is still linked to transaction data in the system. 
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the master data you are trying to delete is still being referenced by existing transaction records. This could include financial transactions, postings, or any other data that relies on the master data record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependencies: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables related to the master data you are trying to delete. Look for any transaction data that references the master data record.
  Common tables to check might include COEP (CO line items), BSEG (Accounting Document Segment), or any other