How To Fix CJ696 - Billing plan for WBS element &1 is being processed by &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CJ - Project master data and structure

• Message number: 696

• Message text: Billing plan for WBS element &1 is being processed by &2

What causes this issue?

The plan profile in Customizing for the Project System has been set up
so that assigned quotations and/or sales orders generate planned
revenues.
Therefore it is not possible to process this kind of sales document and
to maintain the billing plan for the WBS element at the same time.

System Response

INCLUDE NA_ALLG_NOFUNKTION OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

You can carry out the function after the other user has left the
transaction that he/she is presently working in.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CJ696 - Billing plan for WBS element &1 is being processed by &2 ?

  The SAP error message CJ696 indicates that a billing plan for a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) element is currently being processed by another user or session. This typically occurs in scenarios where multiple users are trying to access or modify the same WBS element simultaneously, leading to a lock situation.
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Access: Another user is currently processing the billing plan for the specified WBS element.
  Session Lock: The WBS element is locked due to an ongoing transaction or process that has not yet been completed or released.
  Long-running Transactions: If a transaction takes a long time to complete, it can lead to locks that prevent other users from accessing the same data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait and Retry: The simplest solution is to wait for the other user to complete their transaction. After a short period, try to access the billing plan again.
  Check for Locks: Use transaction code SM12 to check for locks on the WBS element. You can identify the user or session that is holding the lock.
  Contact the User: If you identify the user who is holding the lock, you can reach out to them to see if they can complete their transaction or release the lock.
  Release Locks: If necessary and if you have the appropriate authorizations, you can manually release the lock using transaction SM12. However, this should be done with caution, as it may disrupt the other user's work.
  Review System Performance: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing system performance and user access patterns to identify potential improvements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CJ20N (Project Builder), CJ02 (Change WBS Element), and CJ88 (Settlement).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate authorizations to access and modify WBS elements to minimize conflicts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling locks and billing plans.
  
  If the problem persists or if you encounter additional issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.