How To Fix KS020 - It is not possible to change the field (dependent records exist)

KS020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KS - RK-S Master Data Maintenance

• Message number: 020

• Message text: It is not possible to change the field (dependent records exist)

What causes this issue?

To ensure that existing data remains consistent, you can only change
field &v1& if no dependent records exist during the period. The object
cannot be planned or posted to.
In this case, the SAP System has found dependent data for the change
period, so you are not permitted to change the field for this period.

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?

Select a suitable change period for changing the field with the menu
path <ZH>Edit -> Analysis period</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS020 - It is not possible to change the field (dependent records exist) ?

  The SAP error message KS020, which states "It is not possible to change the field (dependent records exist)," typically occurs when you attempt to modify a field in a master record (such as a cost center or internal order) that has dependent records associated with it. This is a common issue in SAP when the system enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes that could lead to inconsistencies in related records.
  
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because:
  
  Dependent Records Exist: There are other records in the system that reference the record you are trying to change. For example, if you are trying to change a cost center that has posted transactions or allocations, the system will prevent this change to maintain data integrity.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in rules to ensure that changes do not disrupt the relationships between master data and transactional data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KS020 error, you can take the following