How To Fix F8120 - Control parameters cannot be changed

F8120 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F8 -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Control parameters cannot be changed

What causes this issue?

All possible control parameters are also mandatory, therefore, the
parameters cannot be changed.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F8120 - Control parameters cannot be changed ?

  The SAP error message F8120, which states "Control parameters cannot be changed," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions or settings where certain control parameters are locked or restricted from being modified. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the configuration of financial accounting, controlling, or when trying to change settings that are critical to the integrity of financial data.
  Causes:
  
  Locked Configuration: The control parameters may be locked due to the system settings or because they are part of a closed fiscal period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the control parameters.
  System Settings: Certain parameters are designed to be immutable once they are set, especially in production environments.
  Transaction Context: The error may arise when trying to change parameters in a transaction that does not allow modifications.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to change the control parameters. This can be