How To Fix 5W300 - No active plan version exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5W - Messages for PD (Particularly Workflow)

• Message number: 300

• Message text: No active plan version exists

What causes this issue?

You must set an active plan version for this application.

How to fix this error?

Set the active plan version in Customizing of Organizational Management
or in Workflow in the step <DS:SIMG.SIMG_CFMENUOHP0OOAP>Set active plan
version</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5W300 - No active plan version exists ?

  The SAP error message 5W300: No active plan version exists typically occurs in the context of SAP's planning and budgeting functionalities, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Project System (PS). This error indicates that the system cannot find an active version of the planning data that is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  No Active Plan Version: The most common cause is that there is no active plan version defined in the system for the relevant planning area or fiscal year.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the planning version may not be correctly configured, or the version may have been deactivated.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the active plan version.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the active plan version may not have been set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Active Plan Versions:
  
  Go to the relevant planning transaction (e.g., KP06 for cost center planning).
  Check if there is an active plan version for the fiscal year and planning area you are working with.
  If there is no active version, you may need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate a Plan Version:
  
  If no active version exists, you can create a new plan version or activate an existing one.
  Use transaction code OKKP to manage plan versions. Here, you can create a new version or activate an existing one.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning version is correctly configured in the system settings.
  Check the configuration in the controlling area to ensure that the version is set up properly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning version.
  Consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to planning versions for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP01 (Create Plan), OKKP (Plan Version Management), and others related to planning.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error 5W300 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5W300 and ensure that an active plan version is available for your planning activities.