How To Fix GP647 - Activity prices have already been planned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 647

• Message text: Activity prices have already been planned

What causes this issue?

You want to set the indicator for activity price calculation with
periodic average prices. However activity prices have already been
planned in version &V1&/&V2&.

How to fix this error?

Repeat activity price calculation.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP647 - Activity prices have already been planned ?

  The SAP error message GP647 ("Activity prices have already been planned") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with activity-based costing and planning. This error indicates that you are trying to change or plan activity prices for a cost center or internal order where prices have already been set in a previous planning run.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Planning Data: The primary cause of this error is that activity prices for the specified cost center or internal order have already been planned in the system. SAP does not allow overwriting existing planned prices without first resetting or deleting the previous planning data.
  Planning Version: You may be trying to plan in a version that is already locked or has existing data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the planned prices.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Planning Data: 
  
  Use transaction codes like KP06 (for cost centers) or KP26 (for internal orders) to review the existing planned activity prices.
  If you need to change the prices, you may need to delete or reset the existing planning data first.
  
  
  
  Delete or Reset Planning Data:
  
  You can delete the existing planning data using transaction KP06 or KP26 by selecting the relevant version and then choosing the option to delete the data.
  Alternatively, you can reset the planning data using transaction KPF6 (for cost centers) or KPF2 (for internal orders) to clear the existing prices.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Planning Version: 
  
  If you are working in a version that is locked or has existing data, consider using a different planning version that does not have any existing activity prices.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to change planning data. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to your organization's configuration and planning processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06, KP26, KPF6, and KPF2 for planning activities.
  Planning Versions: Understand how planning versions work in SAP and how to manage them effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  User Manuals: Refer to user manuals or training materials specific to your organization’s SAP implementation for detailed procedures.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GP647 error and successfully plan activity prices in SAP.