How To Fix KQ172 - Status &1 cannot be used in simplified Customizing. Press F4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Status &1 cannot be used in simplified Customizing. Press F4

What causes this issue?

You have entered status &V1&. However, this status is not supported in
simplified Customizing for <DS:GLOS.results_analysis>results
analysis</>.

System Response

The entry is rejected as invalid.

How to fix this error?

Select a valid status using F4.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ172 - Status &1 cannot be used in simplified Customizing. Press F4 ?

  The SAP error message KQ172, which states "Status &1 cannot be used in simplified Customizing," typically occurs in the context of SAP's simplified customizing framework, particularly when dealing with the configuration of controlling (CO) or profitability analysis (CO-PA) settings.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incompatible Status: The status you are trying to use is not compatible with the simplified customizing settings. This can happen if the status is not defined correctly or if it is not allowed in the context you are working in.
  Missing Configuration: The status might not be properly configured in the system, or it may not exist in the relevant customizing settings.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the status in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KQ172 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where the status is defined.
  Verify that the status you are trying to use is correctly defined and is compatible with the simplified customizing framework.
  
  
  
  Use F4 Help:
  
  Press F4 on the status field to see the list of available statuses. This can help you identify if the status you are trying to use is valid or if there are alternative statuses that can be used.
  
  
  
  Review Customizing Settings:
  
  Ensure that the customizing settings for the area you are working in (e.g., controlling, profitability analysis) are correctly set up and that the status is included in the relevant configuration.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the status. You may need to contact your SAP security team to verify your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific module you are working with. There may be specific guidelines or known issues related to the status in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches if it is a known issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), KOB1 (Order Information System), or KSV5 (Display Actual Line Items).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to KQ172 or the specific module you are working with for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the KQ172 error and implement a solution to resolve it.