How To Fix HRHCP00_PLAN061 - It is not possible to update the original document for runs in status &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_PLAN - Messages About Personnel Cost Plan

• Message number: 061

• Message text: It is not possible to update the original document for runs in status &2

What causes this issue?

For cost planning run &V1& you want to update the original document for
posting to Accounting. This is not possible, as the run has the status
&V2&.

System Response

The SAP system cannot update the original document.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN061 - It is not possible to update the original document for runs in status &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN061 typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is an attempt to update a document (such as a personnel action or a plan) that is in a status that does not allow for changes. The message indicates that the original document cannot be updated because it is in a specific status (denoted by &2).
  Cause:
  
  Document Status: The document you are trying to update is in a status that is not allowed for modifications. This could be due to the document being finalized, approved, or locked for changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the document in its current status.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict updates to documents based on their status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the document you are trying to update. If it is in a status that prohibits changes (e.g., "Completed", "Approved"), you may need to revert it to a status that allows updates or create a new document.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to make the update has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to document statuses in the HCM module. This may involve consulting with an SAP HCM consultant or reviewing the relevant customizing settings in the system.
  Use Alternative Methods: If the document cannot be updated, consider whether there are alternative methods to achieve the desired outcome, such as creating a new document or using a different transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling document statuses in HCM.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., Personnel Administration, Organizational Management) for more details on document statuses and their implications.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.