How To Fix KZ158 - Changes to control indicators are critical

KZ158 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KZ - Cost Object Repetitive Mfg / Process Mfg

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Changes to control indicators are critical

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to change the control indicator of cost object
category &V1&. If transaction data already exists, changes to control
indicators may result in data inconsistencies.

How to fix this error?

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

Be sure you know the significance for your Controlling installation of
the control indicator you want to change. Change the indicator only
when such change cannot otherwise be avoided. Make allowance for
possible follow-up measures to assure the consistency of your data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

KZ158 - Details

• The SAP error message KZ158 ("Changes to control indicators are critical") typically occurs when there are attempts to modify control indicators in a way that is not allowed due to the system's configuration or business rules. This error is often related to the management of cost centers, internal orders, or other controlling objects in SAP.
  
  Cause:
  
  Critical Changes: The error indicates that the changes being made to control indicators (such as status, type, or other critical fields) are considered critical by the system. This could be due to the current status of the object (e.g., if it is already posted to or if it is locked).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to certain control indicators.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to certain fields after a specific point in time (e.g., after a fiscal period is closed).
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on other objects