How To Fix K8117 - Detail planning and resource planning cannot be used together

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: K8 - CO Planning: Messages for Function Group KAPP

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Detail planning and resource planning cannot be used together

What causes this issue?

You want to execute a detail planning for the selected combination.
The record has already been planned using a resource. Detail planning
is not intended for such records.
Resource planning is a new alternative to detail planning and will
replace it in a future Release.

System Response

The selected function is not executed by the system.

How to fix this error?

Check your cursor position and carry out the function again, if
required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message K8117 - Detail planning and resource planning cannot be used together ?

  The SAP error message K8117, which states "Detail planning and resource planning cannot be used together," typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when there is a conflict between the planning methods being used for cost centers or internal orders.
  Cause:
  This error arises when you attempt to use both detailed planning (which allows for a more granular level of planning) and resource planning (which focuses on the allocation of resources) simultaneously for the same planning object. In SAP, these two planning methods are mutually exclusive, meaning that you cannot have both activated for the same planning scenario.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to decide which planning method you want to use and ensure that the other is deactivated. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Planning Settings: 
  
  Go to the planning configuration in SAP (Transaction code: OKKP or similar).
  Review the settings for the relevant cost center or internal order to see if both detailed planning and resource planning are activated.
  
  
  
  Deactivate One Method:
  
  If you want to use detailed planning, ensure that resource planning is deactivated for the relevant planning object.
  Conversely, if you prefer resource planning, deactivate detailed planning.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Profiles:
  
  If you are using planning profiles, ensure that the profile assigned to your planning object does not allow both methods.
  
  
  
  Re-run Planning:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run your planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP07 (Cost Center Planning - Change), and KP26 (Activity Type Planning) to manage your planning effectively.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed planning and resource planning to understand the implications of each method.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the K8117 error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP.