How To Fix FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING018 - Substep &1 (&2) is inactive - Navigation is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING - Messages for Express Planning

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Substep &1 (&2) is inactive - Navigation is not possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING018 - Substep &1 (&2) is inactive - Navigation is not possible ?

  The SAP error message FPB_VP_EXP_PLANNING018 indicates that a specific substep in the planning process is inactive, which prevents navigation within the planning application. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) or similar planning modules.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Substep: The primary cause of this error is that the substep referenced in the error message is not active in the planning sequence or process. This could be due to configuration settings or changes made in the planning model.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning process, such as missing or incorrectly set parameters.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain steps or substeps in the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Substep:
  
  Go to the planning sequence or process configuration in the SAP system.
  Check the status of the substep mentioned in the error message.
  If it is inactive, activate it to allow navigation.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Configuration:
  
  Ensure that all necessary steps and substeps in the planning process are correctly configured and active.
  Check for any dependencies that might affect the activation of the substep.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user encountering the error has the appropriate authorizations to access the planning steps.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP security team to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning process and substeps.
  Look for any notes or updates from SAP that might address known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the planning process to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that navigation is possible.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like RSRT (for reporting) or RSPC (for process chains) to check the status of planning processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and restore navigation within the planning application.