How To Fix KS136 - Field change &1 is only possible if there is only planning data

KS136 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Field change &1 is only possible if there is only planning data

What causes this issue?

As <DS:GLOS.3526B2FCAFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>transaction data</>
already exists, it is not possible to change the organizational unit
for the specified period on this cost center
To ensure the consistency of the existing data, you may only change
organizational unit &V1& if the following preconditions have been met:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Only <ZH>plan data</> was posted in the change period
The currency of the new company code corresponds to the currency of the
old company code.
The affected cost center is not assigned to a fixed asset, a work
center or a HR master record.

How to fix this error?

If the above-mentioned conditions have been met, you can change
organizational unit &V1& under <DS:TRAN.KS12>collective processing</>
of cost centers. To do this, on the initial screen, choose <LS>Extras
-> Change org. units</> and enter a new value for organizational unit
&V1&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS136 - Field change &1 is only possible if there is only planning data ?

  The SAP error message KS136 ("Field change &1 is only possible if there is only planning data") typically occurs in the context of cost center planning or internal order planning within the SAP Controlling (CO) module. This error indicates that you are trying to change a field in a planning layout that is not allowed because there is actual data present in the system.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to modify a planning characteristic (like a cost center, internal order, or other planning-related fields) while there is actual data recorded in the system. SAP restricts changes to certain fields when actual data exists to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following approaches:
  
  
  Check for Actual Data: Verify if there is actual data recorded for the cost center or internal order you are trying to modify. You can do this by checking the relevant reports or