How To Fix GP144 - You can only change period amounts manually with distribution key &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 144

• Message text: You can only change period amounts manually with distribution key &

What causes this issue?

If the distribution key has value &V1&, you can only change the period
amounts by making a direct entry on the period screen.

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?

&NOTE&
If you really want to distribute a new annual total over the periods,
you can overtype distribution key &V1& with another one.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP144 - You can only change period amounts manually with distribution key & ?

  The SAP error message GP144, which states "You can only change period amounts manually with distribution key &," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with internal orders, cost centers, or other controlling objects that utilize distribution keys for cost allocation.
  
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to manually change the period amounts in a transaction where the distribution key is set in a way that does not allow for manual adjustments. The distribution key defines how costs are allocated across different periods or cost objects, and if it is configured to automatically distribute costs, manual changes to the amounts may be restricted.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check Distribution Key Settings:
  
  Review the distribution key associated with the transaction. Ensure that it is set up to allow manual changes if that is your intention. You may need to adjust the configuration of