How To Fix PSCD_FACTS_EN311 - You cannot delete fact set &1/sequence &2; see long text

PSCD_FACTS_EN311 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PSCD_FACTS_EN - FACTS

• Message number: 311

• Message text: You cannot delete fact set &1/sequence &2; see long text

What causes this issue?

There is data stored in the system for this fact set. This is why the
system does not allow to change the customizing setting.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

In order to change the customizing setting you first have to delete all
fact values that refer to this fact set.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PSCD_FACTS_EN311 - You cannot delete fact set &1/sequence &2; see long text ?

  The SAP error message PSCD_FACTS_EN311 indicates that you are trying to delete a fact set (identified by &1) and a sequence (identified by &2) that cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Public Sector Collection and Disbursement (PSCD) module, which deals with financial transactions and data management.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Dependencies: The fact set or sequence you are trying to delete may have dependencies or relationships with other data objects in the system. For example, if there are transactions, postings, or references linked to the fact set, it cannot be deleted.
  
  
  Status: The fact set may be in a status that does not allow deletion. For instance, if it is already processed or finalized, the system may prevent deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Authorization: You may not have the necessary permissions to delete the