How To Fix RECAAR100 - Object has not ended; deletion flag is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECAAR - Data Archiving

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Object has not ended; deletion flag is not allowed

What causes this issue?

In the context of ILM, an object must have a "valid to" date. This date
is necessary to calculate the residence and retention periods for the
object.

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

If ILM is not active in your system and you do not plan to use ILM
functionality in the future, you can switch off this message as d
escribed below. Please note that once the deletion indicator has been
set, it is no longer possible to maintain this date.

System Response

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECAAR100 - Object has not ended; deletion flag is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RECAAR100 ("Object has not ended; deletion flag is not allowed") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or related modules when you attempt to delete or set a deletion flag on an asset or a related object that is still active or has not been fully processed.
  Cause:
  
  Active Status: The object (e.g., asset, investment order) you are trying to delete or set a deletion flag for is still in an active state. This means that it has not been fully retired or disposed of in the system.
  Open Transactions: There may be open transactions or postings associated with the object that prevent it from being marked for deletion.
  Incomplete Processes: The asset may be part of an incomplete process, such as an ongoing depreciation run or an uncompleted transfer.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  Check Object Status: Verify the status of the object you are trying to delete. Ensure that it is not active and has been fully processed.
  Complete Transactions: Make sure that all transactions related to the object are completed. This includes checking for any open postings or depreciation runs.
  Retire the Asset: If the object is an asset, you may need to retire it properly using the appropriate transaction (e.g., using transaction code ABAVN for asset retirement).
  Review Related Documents: Check for any related documents or dependencies that might be preventing the deletion. This could include investment orders, internal orders, or other linked objects.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling asset deletions to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AB01: Asset acquisition
  ABAVN: Asset retirement
  AB08: Asset transfer
  AW01N: Asset master data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion or modification actions on the asset or object in question.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting for further assistance.