How To Fix KS194 - Activity type &1 is already flagged for changing

KS194 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Activity type &1 is already flagged for changing

What causes this issue?

Activity type &v1& was found more than once in the list of changes.
Each activity type may only be present once per BAPI callup.
Call up the BAPI more than once for changes in different time
intervals.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KS194 - Activity type &1 is already flagged for changing ?

  The SAP error message KS194, which states "Activity type &1 is already flagged for changing," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you are trying to make changes to an activity type that is currently being edited or has pending changes. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to modify the configuration of an activity type in the controlling area.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Editing: The activity type is currently being edited by another user or session.
  Pending Changes: There are unsaved changes or a lock on the activity type that prevents further modifications.
  System Lock: The system may have a lock on the activity type due to a previous transaction that has not been completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Locks: Ensure that no other user is currently editing the activity type. You can use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the activity type and release them if necessary.
  Complete Pending