How To Fix KE108 - Active flag was changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Active flag was changed

<ZH>Note that when you change this active indicator, some data will no
longer be transferred to Profitability Analysis.</>
The active indicator determines whether actual data is transferred to
Profitability Analysis (CO-PA). You can transfer the data to
costing-based CO-PA, account-based CO-PA, or both forms. You can also
activate or deactivate the transfer of incoming orders to CO-PA.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE108 - Active flag was changed ?

  The SAP error message KE108, which states "Active flag was changed," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when there is an issue with the status of a cost center, internal order, or other controlling objects. This error indicates that the active flag for a controlling object has been modified, which can affect the processing of transactions related to that object.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Status: The active flag for a cost center or internal order may have been changed from active to inactive or vice versa. This can happen due to manual changes in the configuration or as part of a mass update.
  Data Consistency Issues: If there are inconsistencies in the data, such as trying to post to an inactive cost center or order, this error can be triggered.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the controlling object, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the cost center or internal order in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set to active if you intend to post transactions to it.
  
  You can check this in the transaction codes like KS03 (Display Cost Center) or KO03 (Display Internal Order).
  
  
  
  Re-activate the Object: If the object has been set to inactive and you need it to be active, you can change the status back to active using the appropriate transaction code (e.g., KS02 for cost centers or KO02 for internal orders).
  
  
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see who changed the active flag and why. This can help in understanding if it was an intentional change or an error.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the controlling object. If not, contact your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes from SAP regarding this error message for additional context or specific fixes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing cost centers and internal orders, such as:
  
  KS01: Create Cost Center
  KS02: Change Cost Center
  KS03: Display Cost Center
  KO01: Create Internal Order
  KO02: Change Internal Order
  KO03: Display Internal Order
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for KE108 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KE108 error and ensure that your controlling objects are correctly configured for transaction processing.