How To Fix AP125 - Coding mask can no longer be created or changed

AP125 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 125

• Message text: Coding mask can no longer be created or changed

What causes this issue?

You tried to create or change coding mask &V1&. However, this would
affect the representation of already existing investment program
positions, for example, investment program position &V2&/&V3&/&V4&.

System Response

You are not allowed to create or change coding mask &V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP125 - Coding mask can no longer be created or changed ?

  The SAP error message AP125 ("Coding mask can no longer be created or changed") typically occurs in the context of the Accounts Payable (AP) module when there are issues related to the coding mask configuration. The coding mask is used to define how account numbers or other identifiers are structured and validated in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Locked Configuration: The coding mask may be locked for changes due to system settings or because it is being used in a live environment.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or change the coding mask.
  System Settings: Certain system settings or parameters may prevent changes to the coding mask.
  Transport Issues: If the coding mask was transported from another system, it may not be editable in the current environment.
  Data Consistency: There may be existing data that conflicts with the proposed changes to the coding mask.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary