How To Fix KS039 - Check consistency when changing, since dependent records exist in table &

KS039 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Check consistency when changing, since dependent records exist in table &

What causes this issue?

Inconsistencies can result if you change the "Record quantities"
indicator because dependent totals records already exist in table &1.

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?

Check whether any inconsistencies that may occur can be tolerated.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS039 - Check consistency when changing, since dependent records exist in table & ?

  The SAP error message KS039 indicates that there is a consistency issue when trying to change a cost center or internal order because dependent records exist in the relevant tables. This typically occurs when you attempt to modify a master record (like a cost center or internal order) that has associated transactions or dependent records in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Dependent Records: There are existing transactions or records that reference the cost center or internal order you are trying to change. This could include posted costs, allocations, or other related entries.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that changes do not lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting or cost accounting.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KS039 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Records:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost centers) or KOB1 (for internal orders) to view the line items associated with the cost center or