How To Fix 5A536 - You are not transporting from the active plan version.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5A - Basis Personnel Management

• Message number: 536

• Message text: You are not transporting from the active plan version.

What causes this issue?

A distinction is no longer made between objects on the basis of their
plan versions when they are transported.
In the target system, data is always transported to the currently
active plan version.
Consequently, if data is transported from an inactive plan version in
the source system, data inconsistencies can result in the target
system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5A536 - You are not transporting from the active plan version. ?

  The SAP error message 5A536 ("You are not transporting from the active plan version") typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and transport functionalities, particularly when dealing with the transport of planning data or versions in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the system is trying to transport data from a plan version that is not marked as "active." In SAP, only the active plan version can be used for certain operations, including data transport. If you attempt to transport data from a version that is inactive or not set as the active version, you will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Plan Version:
  
  Go to the relevant planning area or application in SAP.
  Verify which plan version is currently set as active. This can usually be done in the planning area settings or version management section.
  
  
  
  Activate the Correct Plan Version:
  
  If the version you are trying to transport from is not active, you will need to activate it. This can typically be done through the version management interface.
  Ensure that the version you want to transport from is set as the active version.
  
  
  
  Transport from Active Version:
  
  Once the correct version is active, attempt the transport operation again. Ensure that you are selecting the active version for the transport.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform transport operations. Lack of permissions can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the steps or the implications of activating a plan version, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  Version Management: Familiarize yourself with the version management features in SAP, as understanding how to manage plan versions effectively can prevent this error in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully transport data from the appropriate plan version.