How To Fix AO713 - Selected set of appropriation requests cannot be planned simultaneously

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 713

• Message text: Selected set of appropriation requests cannot be planned simultaneously

What causes this issue?

The selection criteria you entered lead to the selection of
appropriation requests that are assigned to different appropriation
request types. It is only possible to plan appropriation requests
together in the overview if their planning profiles are maintained
correctly, and if they have the same settings for currency scaling and
the number of allowed decimal places.

System Response

The selected group of appropriation requests cannot be planned
simultaneously.

How to fix this error?

Check if their planning profiles are complete, and see if these are the
same.
If it is your intention for them to have different settings for
currency scaling and number of decimal places, you should use the
appropiation request type as an additional selection criteria.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO713 - Selected set of appropriation requests cannot be planned simultaneously ?

  The SAP error message AO713, which states "Selected set of appropriation requests cannot be planned simultaneously," typically occurs in the context of budget planning or investment management within SAP. This error indicates that there is a conflict or issue with the appropriation requests (or investment projects) that you are trying to plan at the same time.
  Causes:
  
  Conflicting Appropriation Requests: The selected appropriation requests may have overlapping periods or conflicting settings that prevent them from being planned together.
  Status of Appropriation Requests: Some of the appropriation requests may be in a status that does not allow for simultaneous planning (e.g., locked, completed, or in a different planning phase).
  Planning Versions: The planning versions for the appropriation requests may not be compatible, leading to conflicts when trying to plan them together.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions that prevent certain appropriation requests from being planned simultaneously.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Appropriation Request Status: Review the status of each appropriation request to ensure they are all in a state that allows for planning. If any are locked or completed, you may need to unlock or change their status.
  Review Planning Periods: Ensure that the planning periods for the selected appropriation requests do not overlap or conflict. Adjust the periods if necessary.
  Separate Planning: If the requests cannot be planned together due to conflicts, consider planning them separately. You can plan one request at a time to avoid the error.
  Check Planning Versions: Ensure that all selected appropriation requests are using the same planning version. If they are not, you may need to adjust the version settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the appropriation requests and planning processes.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder) or S_ALR_87013558 (Budget/Actual/Commitment Report) to analyze the appropriation requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error AO713 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to plan the selected appropriation requests.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AO713 error and implement a suitable solution.