How To Fix KU386 - Characteristic list can no longer be changed

KU386 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KU - Costing: Rollup

• Message number: 386

• Message text: Characteristic list can no longer be changed

What causes this issue?

Summarizations were already created and saved for this characteristic
structure.
If you want to change the structure and add or delete characteristics,
you have to carry out a deletion run in all the controlling areas in
which summarizations were carried out.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KU386 - Details

• The SAP error message KU386, which states "Characteristic list can no longer be changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's classification system. This error indicates that the characteristic list for a particular class or object cannot be modified because it has been locked or is in a state that prevents changes.
  Causes:
  
  Status of the Class: The class may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, if the class is marked as "locked" or "released," modifications will not be permitted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the characteristic list.
  Usage in Transactions: The characteristic list may be in use by other transactions or processes, preventing modifications.
  Technical Restrictions: There may be technical restrictions or settings in the system that prevent changes to the characteristic list.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Class Status: Verify the status of the class. If it is locked or released, you may need