How To Fix CO879 - Profile may not be changed

CO879 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 879

• Message text: Profile may not be changed

What causes this issue?

You tried to change and save a profile from the production order.
However, this is not allowed, because the profile was either created in
Customizing or by another user.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO879 - Profile may not be changed ?

  The SAP error message CO879 ("Profile may not be changed") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when there is an attempt to change a profile that is not allowed to be modified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  Causes:
  
  Profile Locking: The profile you are trying to change may be locked due to various reasons, such as being in use by another process or user.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the profile.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured to prevent changes to certain profiles after they have been created or used in transactions.
  Data Consistency: The system may restrict changes to maintain data integrity and consistency, especially if the profile is linked to historical data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Profile Status: Verify if the profile is currently in use or locked. If it is, you may