How To Fix GA163 - Error when checking the lock for version &3 in fiscal year &1


GA163 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: GA - Allocations

  • Message number: 163

  • Message text: Error when checking the lock for version &3 in fiscal year &1

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  • What causes this issue?

    While checking whether version &V3& is locked in controlling area &V2&,
    fiscal year &v1&, the system encountered an error.

    System Response

    The system terminates cycle processing.

    How to fix this error?

    Check your entries for controlling area and fiscal year.
    Check whether the version exists for the given transaction.
    Check whether the version relevant to the transaction is a delta version
    for Activity-Based Costing, and whether the delta version's reference
    version is maintained properly.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GA163 - Error when checking the lock for version &3 in fiscal year &1 ?
    The SAP error message GA163 indicates that there is an issue with checking the lock for a specific version in a given fiscal year. This error typically arises in the context of financial or controlling (CO) modules when trying to post or make changes to data that is locked for a particular version or fiscal year.
    
    Cause: Locking Mechanism: The error usually occurs when the system is trying to access a version that is currently locked for changes. This can happen if: The version is set to "locked" in the configuration. Another user or process is currently using the version. The fiscal year is closed, and changes are not allowed.
    Configuration Issues: The version might not be properly configured in the system, or there may be inconsistencies in the settings related to the fiscal year or version management. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the version in question.
    Solution: Check Lock

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