How To Fix W4118 - &: & Usage as a controlled object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W4 - Messages for material discontinuation

• Message number: 118

• Message text: &: & Usage as a controlled object

INCLUDE CMT071 OBJECT DOKU ID NA

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W4118 - &: & Usage as a controlled object ?

  Certainly! Here's detailed information about the SAP error message W4118:
  
  SAP Message W4118: &: & Usage as a controlled object
  
  1. Cause
  The message W4118 typically occurs when an object (such as a cost center, internal order, or other controlling object) is being used or assigned in a way that conflicts with its status as a controlled object in SAP Controlling (CO).
  
  The object is already defined as a controlled object in the system.
  An attempt is made to use or assign this object in a way that is not allowed because it is under control or monitoring.
  This often happens during master data changes, assignment of controlling objects, or during transaction postings where the system checks the validity and usage of controlling objects.
  
  
  2. Explanation
  
  In SAP Controlling, certain objects are "controlled" to ensure data integrity and proper cost tracking.
  When an object is marked as controlled, it means it is subject to certain restrictions or validations.
  The system prevents inconsistent or unauthorized usage of such objects.
  The message W4118 warns the user that the object is already in use as a controlled object and cannot be used in the current context.
  
  
  3. Solution
  To resolve or handle this message, consider the following steps:
  
  Check the object status: Verify if the object is indeed marked as controlled in the system.
  Review assignments: Check where and how the object is being used or assigned. Ensure that the usage complies with the controlling rules.
  Adjust usage: If you are trying to assign the object in a way that conflicts with its controlled status, reconsider the assignment or usage.
  Master data consistency: Ensure that master data for the controlling object is consistent and correctly maintained.
  Consult configuration: If necessary, review the controlling configuration to understand the rules for controlled objects.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorization to make changes to controlled objects.
  Technical check: Sometimes, this message can appear due to inconsistencies or errors in the system. Running consistency checks or consulting SAP Notes might help.
  
  
  4. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction codes: The message can appear in various CO-related transactions such as:
  
  KS01/KS02 (Cost Center Master Data)
  KO01/KO02 (Internal Order Master Data)
  KB11N (Manual Cost Posting)
  Other CO posting or master data transactions.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Service Marketplace for any relevant SAP Notes related to message W4118 for your specific SAP version.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Controlling (CO) module documentation for detailed information on controlled objects and their usage.
  
  
  
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  Message
  W4118: & Usage as a controlled object
  
  
  Cause
  Object is already defined as a controlled object and is being used in a conflicting way
  
  
  Solution
  Verify object status, review assignments, ensure compliance with controlling rules
  
  
  Related Tcodes
  KS01, KS02, KO01, KO02, KB11N, etc.
  
  
  Additional
  Check SAP Notes and CO configuration for further troubleshooting
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the exact context or transaction where you encountered this message, I can help with more specific guidance.