How To Fix KE_CHACO132 - First save the old Customizing assignments

KE_CHACO132 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KE_CHACO - Message class for operating concern merge/split

• Message number: 132

• Message text: First save the old Customizing assignments

What causes this issue?

With the option you have selected, the new active operating concern is
already assigned to the corresponding controlling areas but the
controlling area assignments to old operating concerns have not yet been
saved. These assignments are required for the system to determine for a
profitability segment in a sender table whether the profitability
segment belongs to the old operating concern, in which case it has to be
converted.

System Response

The execution of the program is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Cancel the assignments of the new active operating concern and recreate
the old assignments.
Execute program RKE_CHACO_PAOBJNR and choose <LS>Extras -> Save Old
Customizing Assignments</> in the selection screen.
Reassign the new active operating concern.
Execute program RKE_CHACO_PAOBJNR with the option <LS>New Active
Operating Concern Already Assigned</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KE_CHACO132 - First save the old Customizing assignments ?

  The SAP error message KE_CHACO132, which states "First save the old Customizing assignments," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with the assignment of cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when you are trying to make changes to the customizing assignments in the CO module without first saving the existing assignments. SAP requires that any changes to the configuration or customizing settings be saved before new assignments can be made. This is a safeguard to ensure that previous configurations are not lost and can be restored if needed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Save Existing Assignments:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing transaction where you are trying to make changes (e.g., transaction code OKA0 for cost center assignments).
  Before making any changes, look for an option to save or confirm the existing assignments. This may involve clicking a "Save" button or confirming