How To Fix KG1165 - Receiver characteristics &2 (&1) must not be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG1 - CO-PA planning

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Receiver characteristics &2 (&1) must not be changed

What causes this issue?

You want to change a value for characteristic "&V2&" ("&V1&"). However,
you have specified this characteristic as the receiver characteristic
during distribution. These settings are contradictory.

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?

Deactivate this characteristic as a receiver characteristic, or cancel
the change made to the characteristic value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG1165 - Receiver characteristics &2 (&1) must not be changed ?

  The SAP error message KG1165, which states "Receiver characteristics &2 (&1) must not be changed," typically occurs in the context of cost allocation or internal order management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the characteristics of a receiver (such as a cost center, internal order, or project) that is not allowed due to the current configuration or status of the receiver.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Characteristics: The characteristics of the receiver may be locked due to the status of the document or the period being closed.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to certain characteristics for specific types of receivers.
  Posting Period: If the posting period is closed, changes to the receiver characteristics may not be permitted.
  Data Consistency: The system may prevent changes to maintain data consistency and integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to reopen it or create a new posting period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the receiver type in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for changes to the characteristics if necessary.
  Document Status: Verify the status of the document or transaction you are working with. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status or create a new document.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider consulting with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSU5 (for cost center planning) or KSB1 (for cost center reports) to analyze the data related to the receiver.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KG1165 in the SAP Support Portal for additional insights or updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on cost accounting and internal orders to understand the implications of changing receiver characteristics.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.