How To Fix FMCU052 - This version is frozen. Status cannot be assigned.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCU - Customizing for budgeting in FM

• Message number: 052

• Message text: This version is frozen. Status cannot be assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCU052 - This version is frozen. Status cannot be assigned. ?

  The SAP error message FMCU052, which states "This version is frozen. Status cannot be assigned," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to change the status of a version that has been marked as "frozen." This usually means that the version is locked for changes, often to ensure data integrity during reporting or financial closing processes.
  Cause:
  
  Frozen Version: The version you are trying to modify has been set to a frozen status, which prevents any changes to it.
  Period Closing: The version may be frozen due to the closing of a financial period, which is a common practice to prevent changes to financial data after it has been finalized.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings or configuration may have been set to freeze certain versions automatically after a specific event or time.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unfreeze the Version: If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unfreeze the version. This is typically done in the version management settings within the SAP system. You may need to navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code OKD1 for version management) and change the status of the version.
  
  
  Check Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to the version. If you do not have the necessary permissions, you will need to contact your SAP administrator or someone with the appropriate access rights.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If the version is frozen due to financial closing processes, consult with your finance team to understand if it is appropriate to unfreeze the version or if you should wait until the next period.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this is a recurring issue, review the configuration settings related to version management in your SAP system to determine if adjustments are needed to prevent unwanted freezing of versions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKD1 (for version management) and KSV5 (for displaying versions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on version management in Controlling to understand the implications of freezing and unfreezing versions.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.