How To Fix CC871 - Change type for object management record is initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CC - ECM: Messages

• Message number: 871

• Message text: Change type for object management record is initial

What causes this issue?

You want to change the initial status of the object management record.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You can still cancel the status change and assign any change type of
your choice to the object management record.
If you confirm the status change with "Continue", you can only assign
a change type with an identical status profile and workflow task.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CC871 - Change type for object management record is initial ?

  The SAP error message CC871 ("Change type for object management record is initial") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the change type in the object management record (OMR) for a controlling object, such as a cost center, internal order, or profit center.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Change Type: The change type for the object management record has not been defined or is set to an initial value (blank).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the controlling area or the specific object type that is being processed.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the controlling object, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CC871 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Object Management Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code OKB9 (for cost centers) or the relevant transaction for the object type you are working with.
  Verify that the change type is correctly defined for the object management record. If it is blank, you will need to enter a valid change type.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the controlling area. Ensure that the change types are properly defined in the configuration settings for the relevant controlling objects.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the controlling area settings and verify the configuration.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks for the controlling objects to identify any inconsistencies. You can use transaction codes like KAH2 (for cost centers) to check the status of the objects.
  If inconsistencies are found, you may need to correct them manually or through a batch job.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific object type and the error message. There may be specific notes or patches that address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with details of the error message and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKB9, KAH2, and SPRO for managing controlling objects and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error CC871 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the CC871 error in SAP.