How To Fix I18N202 - Blocked dates (_LOCKED_) may not be changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: I18N - Message class for SI18N

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Blocked dates (_LOCKED_) may not be changed.

What causes this issue?

You are trying to change a customization of the Islamic calendar which
is part of the blocked date range defined by report
I18N_INVALIDATE_TISLCAL. This is not allowed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

You would need to define a different blocked date range by report
I18N_INVALIDATE_TISLCAL to remove the current customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message I18N202 - Blocked dates (_LOCKED_) may not be changed. ?

  The SAP error message I18N202, which states "Blocked dates (LOCKED) may not be changed," typically occurs when you attempt to modify dates that are locked in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as when dealing with project management, financial periods, or other time-sensitive data.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Periods: The dates you are trying to change are part of a period that has been locked for changes. This is often done to prevent modifications after certain processes have been completed (e.g., financial closing).
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to change locked dates.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the system may prevent changes to locked dates to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify if the dates you are trying to change are indeed locked. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction or report that shows the status of the periods or dates.
  Unlock the Period: If you have the necessary permissions, you may need to unlock the period or date range. This usually involves:
  
  Navigating to the relevant configuration settings (e.g., in Financial Accounting, you might need to go to the period closing settings).
  Changing the status of the period from locked to open.
  
  
  Consult with Administrator: If you do not have the necessary permissions to unlock the dates, consult with your SAP system administrator or the person responsible for managing the system. They can assist in unlocking the dates or provide guidance on how to proceed.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to the data you are working with. If not, request the necessary permissions from your security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or change the status of periods (e.g., OB52 for financial periods).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP FI, SAP PS) for more detailed instructions on handling locked dates.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the I18N202 error and understand the implications of locked dates in your SAP environment.