How To Fix 1G620 - You are changing a condition/conditiongroup used in settlement until &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 620

• Message text: You are changing a condition/conditiongroup used in settlement until &1

What causes this issue?

You want to change a condition/condition group that has already been
used in an account balancing.

System Response

The accounts that are affected by the condition change are entered in
the BKK9RK or BKK8RK table. The system carries out retroactive
accounting for these accounts during the next balancing up to the date
that is entered there. The date depends on the basic settings for the
conditions and on the fiscal year start.

How to fix this error?

Conditions that have retroactively been changed or deleted always go
flow into the release procedure according to the settings for the dual
control procedure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G620 - You are changing a condition/conditiongroup used in settlement until &1 ?

  The SAP error message 1G620 indicates that you are attempting to change a condition or condition group that is currently being used in a settlement process. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with settlements in internal orders, projects, or other cost objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system has detected that the condition or condition group you are trying to modify is already in use for a settlement that is either in process or has been completed. This is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in financial data and ensure that all settlements are based on stable and unchanging conditions.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Settlement Status: Verify if there are any ongoing settlements that are using the condition or condition group you are trying to change. You can do this by checking the relevant settlement documents or reports.
  
  
  Postpone Changes: If the condition is currently in use, you may need to wait until the settlement process is completed before making any changes. 
  
  
  Review Dependencies: If you need to change the condition for future settlements, consider creating a new condition or condition group that can be used going forward, rather than modifying the existing one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with to understand the implications of changing conditions and how it affects settlements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the implications of your changes or if the error persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KO02 (Change Order), KO03 (Display Order), or KOB1 (Order: Actual Line Items) to help you navigate through the system and check the status of settlements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address specific issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to conditions and settlements, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message 1G620 effectively.