How To Fix HRPIQ000291 - Program plan must not be changed

HRPIQ000291 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ000 - Messages in Development Class PMIQ

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Program plan must not be changed

What causes this issue?

You have tried to change the plan of program &V1& &V2& &V3&.
This is not permitted because other infotypes or relationships that are
linked to the program plan exist for this program in the validity
period, and a change could lead to data inconsistencies.

System Response

The program plann cannot be changed.

How to fix this error?

Change the validity period of the program plan or the validity period
of the infotypes and relationships that link the program to the program
plan. Check the data in the infotype <LS>Program Credits</> (1735) and
the relationships <LS>consists of</> (A500) and <LS>uses</> (B509).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPIQ000291 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPIQ000291, which states "Program plan must not be changed," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with personnel planning or program management.
  
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there is an attempt to modify a program plan that is either locked, already in use, or has been set to a status that does not allow changes. Common scenarios include:
  
  Locked Program Plan: The program plan may be locked for editing due to ongoing processes or approvals.
  Status Restrictions: The program plan may be in a status that prohibits changes (e.g., completed, archived).
  Data Consistency: The system may prevent changes to maintain data integrity, especially if related records are already processed or finalized.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Program Plan Status: Verify the status of the program plan. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need