How To Fix EEDMSET174 - You cannot change the header data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEDMSET - Messages for Settlement

• Message number: 174

• Message text: You cannot change the header data

What causes this issue?

You can only change the header data of settlement document &V1& if you
have not yet started a settlement run.

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 EEDMSET174 - You cannot change the header data ?

  The SAP error message EEDMSET174, which states "You cannot change the header data," typically occurs when a user attempts to modify the header information of a document or record that is in a status that does not allow changes. This can happen in various SAP modules, such as Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or others, depending on the context of the operation.
  Causes:
  
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that prohibits changes, such as being completed, posted, or locked for editing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the header data.
  System Settings: Certain system configurations or settings may restrict changes to header data after a specific point in the process.
  Document Type Restrictions: Some document types may have specific rules that prevent changes to header data once certain actions have been taken.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the document. If it is completed or posted, you may need to reverse or cancel the document before making changes.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to edit the header data. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access, check the configuration settings related to the document type in question. This may involve looking at the customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Use Change Documents: If the system allows, consider using change documents or creating a new document instead of modifying the existing one.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME22N (Change Purchase Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the rules and restrictions regarding header data changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.