How To Fix K8008 - The consumption unit cannot be changed for this combination

K8008 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The consumption unit cannot be changed for this combination

What causes this issue?

You have selected the combination <ZH>cost center &V1&, activity type
&V2&, fiscal year &V3&, cost element &V4&</>.
INCLUDE 'NAK8008'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8008 - The consumption unit cannot be changed for this combination ?

  The SAP error message K8008, which states "The consumption unit cannot be changed for this combination," typically occurs in the context of controlling and cost accounting when there is an attempt to change the consumption unit of a material or cost object that is not allowed due to certain constraints.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The consumption unit may be inconsistent with the existing data in the system, such as the material master or the cost object settings.
  Locked Settings: The settings for the material or cost object may be locked or restricted, preventing changes to the consumption unit.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling module that do not allow for changes to the consumption unit for specific combinations of materials and cost objects.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on changing the consumption unit based on the business process or configuration.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Material Master Data: Review the material master data