How To Fix WSTRN115 - You cannot remove alloc. rule &1, follow-on docs f. alloc. tab. it. exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WSTRN - Message for Prepack Creation and Planning Dialog

• Message number: 115

• Message text: You cannot remove alloc. rule &1, follow-on docs f. alloc. tab. it. exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WSTRN115 - You cannot remove alloc. rule &1, follow-on docs f. alloc. tab. it. exist ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WSTRN115 You cannot remove alloc. rule &1, follow-on docs f. alloc. tab. it. exist
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This warning message occurs when you try to delete or remove an allocation rule in SAP, but there are follow-on documents (subsequent documents) that reference or depend on this allocation rule. The system prevents the deletion to maintain data consistency and integrity because these follow-on documents are linked to the allocation rule you want to remove.
  In other words, the allocation rule is still in use by other documents (e.g., accounting documents, settlement documents, or other allocation-related documents), so it cannot be deleted until those dependent documents are removed or the link is broken.
  
  Typical Scenario:
  
  You attempt to delete an allocation rule in the Settlement or Cost Allocation process.
  The allocation rule is assigned to one or more follow-on documents (e.g., settlement documents, repostings).
  SAP checks for these dependent documents and issues this warning to prevent deletion.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Identify Follow-on Documents:
  
  Check which follow-on documents exist for the allocation rule.
  Use transaction codes or reports related to settlement or allocation to find these documents.
  For example, in settlement, you can check the settlement documents or line items linked to the allocation rule.
  
  
  
  Delete or Reverse Follow-on Documents:
  
  If possible and appropriate, delete or reverse the follow-on documents that reference the allocation rule.
  This might involve reversing settlement documents or repostings.
  
  
  
  Remove Allocation Rule Assignment:
  
  If you cannot delete the follow-on documents, consider removing the allocation rule assignment from the objects or documents that reference it, if business processes allow.
  
  
  
  After Clearing Dependencies:
  
  Once no follow-on documents reference the allocation rule, you can delete the allocation rule without triggering the warning.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  Allocation Rule: In SAP Controlling (CO), allocation rules define how costs or revenues are allocated from sender cost objects to receiver cost objects.
  Follow-on Documents: These are documents created as a result of the allocation process, such as settlement documents, repostings, or statistical postings.
  Transactions to Check:
  
  KSU5 (Display Settlement Rule)
  KSU1 (Create Settlement Rule)
  KSU3 (Display Settlement Rule)
  KO88 (Settlement Run)
  Reports or tables related to settlement documents (e.g., table COBK, COEP for CO documents)
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Allocation rule cannot be deleted because follow-on documents exist that depend on it.
  Solution: Identify and delete or reverse follow-on documents before deleting the allocation rule.
  Note: Always ensure that deleting or reversing documents complies with your organization's accounting and controlling policies.
  
  
  If you need help identifying the follow-on documents or further assistance with the process, please provide details about the module (e.g., CO, FI), transaction used, and the context of the allocation rule.