How To Fix CKECP121 - Modified characteristic - Update the entry screen and the template

CKECP121 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKECP - Messages for Easy Cost Planning

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Modified characteristic - Update the entry screen and the template

What causes this issue?

You have added a characteristic to the costing model or you have
deleted/changed a characteristic.

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 need to ensure that none of the deleted characteristics exist in
the entry screen for the model and in the derivation rules.
Check the effects of changed characteristics in the derivation rules.
If you have revised the entry screen, you need to adapt the revised
characteristics in the entry screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKECP121 - Modified characteristic - Update the entry screen and the template ?

  The SAP error message CKECP121, which states "Modified characteristic - Update the entry screen and the template," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there are inconsistencies between the characteristics defined in the system and those being used in a particular transaction or report.
  
  Cause:
  
  Changes in Characteristics: The error often arises when a characteristic that is being used in a report or transaction has been modified or updated in the system. This could include changes to the data structure, attributes, or settings of the characteristic.
  Template Mismatch: If a template or entry screen is being used that does not reflect the current state of the characteristics, this can lead to inconsistencies and trigger the error.
  Data Entry Issues: If users are trying to enter data that does not conform to the updated characteristics, this can also cause the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Update the Entry Screen: Ensure that the entry screen being used is