How To Fix KT252 - Change the dependent entries first

KT252 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KT - RK Message Table Maintenance

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Change the dependent entries first

What causes this issue?

You want to change a higher entry in the version hierarchy. This is not
possible because of the settings of dependent entries, explained below:
INCLUDE 'VERSN_0001' OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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?

Do not make the changes you wanted, or proceed to change all the
dependent lower entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KT252 - Details

• The SAP error message KT252 ("Change the dependent entries first") typically occurs in the context of cost center accounting or internal orders when you attempt to change a master data record (like a cost center or internal order) that has dependent entries (such as transactions, allocations, or postings) associated with it. This error is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in the data.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to change a master data record that has already been used in transactions.
  There are dependent entries (like cost allocations, postings, etc.) that reference the master data you are trying to modify.
  The system requires that all dependent entries be addressed before allowing changes to the master data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KT252 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Dependent Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost centers) or KOB1 (for internal orders) to view the postings related to the master data you are trying to change.
  Check for any