How To Fix /CPD/SS_MESSAGES292 - &1 is inactive and cannot be used to plan or post actuals.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/SS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 292

• Message text: &1 is inactive and cannot be used to plan or post actuals.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES292 - &1 is inactive and cannot be used to plan or post actuals. ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/SS_MESSAGES292 indicates that a specific planning version or object is inactive and cannot be used for planning or posting actuals. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) or Planning modules, where certain versions or objects must be active to perform transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Planning Version: The planning version you are trying to use is not active. In SAP, planning versions can be set to active or inactive status. If a version is inactive, it cannot be used for planning or posting actuals.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that have not been properly set up, leading to the version being inactive.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the active version.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Planning Version:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., KP06, KP07, or KP08 for CO planning).
  Check the status of the planning version you are trying to use.
  If it is inactive, you can activate it by navigating to the appropriate configuration settings in the SAP system.
  Use transaction OKKP to manage your controlling area settings and activate the planning version.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning version is correctly configured in the system.
  Review the settings in the configuration menu (SPRO) under Controlling > Planning > Version Management.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning version.
  Check the user roles and profiles to ensure they include the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing planning versions and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06, KP07, KP08, and OKKP for planning and version management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully use the planning version for your transactions.