How To Fix PPE4158 - Change from &1 not possible as at least one access is maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPE4 - Messages from the iPPE Access Object

• Message number: 158

• Message text: Change from &1 not possible as at least one access is maintained

What causes this issue?

At least one access exists at &v1&.

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?

Delete the accesses at the variant.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPE4158 - Change from &1 not possible as at least one access is maintained ?

  The SAP error message PPE4158 indicates that a change you are trying to make is not possible because there is at least one access maintained for the object you are trying to modify. This typically occurs in the context of planning or production environments, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios in SAP PP/DS (Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to change a planning object (like a production order, planning version, or similar) that has existing access rights or dependencies.
  The system has detected that there are existing records or settings that prevent the modification you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Access: 
  
  Review the existing access settings for the object you are trying to change. This can usually be done through transaction codes related to planning or production (like /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning board).
  Identify any existing records that may be preventing the change.
  
  
  
  Remove or Modify Access:
  
  If you find that there are access records that are no longer needed, consider removing or modifying them.
  Ensure that any changes you make do not violate business rules or data integrity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with. This can provide insights into the specific conditions that lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the object. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to similar error messages.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that can help you analyze and manage planning objects, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94, /SAPAPO/MC90, or others depending on your specific SAP environment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide further insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PPE4158 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.