How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES809 - You cannot change final results procedure &1 on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 809

• Message text: You cannot change final results procedure &1 on &2

What causes this issue?

You can no longer change final results procedure &V1& as at date &V2&.
The most recent version is available for &V3&. You have either tried to
change an old version of the final results procedure, or calculated
data exists that is more recent than &V2&.

System Response

Changes to the final results procedure are no longer permitted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES809 - You cannot change final results procedure &1 on &2 ?

  The SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES809 indicates that you are attempting to change a final results procedure that is already finalized. This typically occurs in the context of financial accounting or controlling, where certain processes are locked after they have been completed to ensure data integrity.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You try to modify a results procedure that has already been marked as final.
  The system prevents changes to finalized results to maintain the integrity of financial data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the results procedure you are trying to change. If it is finalized, you will not be able to make changes.
  
  
  Reopen the Procedure: If you need to make changes, you may need to reopen the results procedure. This typically requires specific authorizations and may involve reversing the finalization process. Consult your SAP administrator or financial controller for assistance.
  
  
  Create a New Procedure: If reopening is not an option, consider creating a new results procedure that reflects the necessary changes instead of modifying the finalized one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Controlling, Financial Accounting) for detailed procedures on handling finalized results.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to results procedures. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate results procedures, such as KAH1 (Create Cost Center) or KAH2 (Change Cost Center).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that your user role has the appropriate permissions to modify results procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.