How To Fix IW118 - The new control key does not allow external processing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 118

• Message text: The new control key does not allow external processing

What causes this issue?

You maintained the external processing data for this operation and then
changed the <GL:control_key>control key</>. The new control key you have
entered does not require external processing to be used for this
operation.

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 IW118 - The new control key does not allow external processing ?

  The SAP error message IW118 ("The new control key does not allow external processing") typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or work orders when you attempt to change the control key of an order to one that does not permit external processing. This can happen when you are trying to assign a control key that is not configured to allow certain operations, such as external services or subcontracting.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Control Key Configuration: The control key you are trying to assign to the order does not allow for external processing. Control keys are defined in the system and determine how the order can be processed, including whether external services can be used.
  Order Type Restrictions: The order type associated with the maintenance order may have restrictions that prevent the use of certain control keys.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data