How To Fix RM281 - Control key of the reporting point operation has changed

RM281 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RM - Messages for Repetitive Manufacturing

• Message number: 281

• Message text: Control key of the reporting point operation has changed

What causes this issue?

The control key assigned to the reporting point operation (milestone
operation) has not been defined for milestone processing.

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?

Please assign the reporting point operation (milestone
operation) with a control key that is allowed for milestone processing.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RM281 - Details

• The SAP error message RM281, which states "Control key of the reporting point operation has changed," typically occurs in the context of production planning and execution, particularly when dealing with reporting point operations in the Production Order (PP) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the control key associated with a reporting point operation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Control Key Change: The control key for a reporting point operation has been modified after the operation was created. This can happen if the operation was edited or if the control key was changed in the master data (e.g., in the routing or work center).
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the operation and the control key settings, leading to the error when trying to perform certain actions (like confirmations).
  User Actions: Users may have inadvertently changed the control key while trying to update the operation or during the confirmation