How To Fix KM718 - The "Balance carryforward not allowed" indicator was already set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 718

• Message text: The "Balance carryforward not allowed" indicator was already set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM718 - The "Balance carryforward not allowed" indicator was already set ?

  The SAP error message KM718, which states "The 'Balance carryforward not allowed' indicator was already set," typically occurs in the context of the Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with cost centers, internal orders, or profit centers. This error indicates that the system has detected that the balance carryforward indicator has already been activated for a particular object, and therefore, it cannot be set again.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Setting: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to set the balance carryforward indicator for a cost object that has already been marked as "not allowed" for balance carryforward.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings of the controlling area or the specific cost object.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or attempts to modify settings that are not permissible can trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Indicator: Verify the settings for the cost center, internal order, or profit center in question. Ensure that the "Balance carryforward not allowed" indicator is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO) and check the settings for the controlling area and the specific objects. Make sure that the balance carryforward settings are consistent with your financial processes.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to balance carryforward settings to understand the implications of the indicator and how it should be configured.
  Adjust Settings: If necessary, adjust the settings to allow for balance carryforward if that aligns with your business processes. This may involve changing the indicator or modifying the configuration.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center), KO01 (Create Internal Order), or KP06 (Cost Center Planning) to check and modify the settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on balance carryforward and controlling area settings.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production environment to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KM718 error and ensure that your balance carryforward settings are correctly configured.