How To Fix >U260 - Deletion date &1 is not permitted in company code &2

>U260 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >U -

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Deletion date &1 is not permitted in company code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >U260 - Deletion date &1 is not permitted in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message U260, which states "Deletion date &1 is not permitted in company code &2," typically occurs when you are trying to delete a master data record (such as a vendor, customer, or material) in SAP, but the deletion date you have specified is not valid for the given company code.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Deletion Date: The deletion date you are trying to set is either in the past or is not allowed based on the configuration of the company code.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in rules to maintain data integrity, and certain records cannot be deleted if they are still in use or if the deletion date conflicts with financial periods or other business processes.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may have specific settings that restrict deletions based on the fiscal year or other criteria.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Deletion Date: Ensure that the deletion date you are trying to enter is valid.