How To Fix KA455 - Version &1 is locked in fiscal year &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KA - CO Overhead Costs: Overhead, Accrual Calculation

• Message number: 455

• Message text: Version &1 is locked in fiscal year &2

What causes this issue?

Version &V1& is locked in fiscal year &V2&.

System Response

Processing cannot be started.

How to fix this error?

If you still wish to start processing, remove the "Version locked"
indicator for version &V1& and fiscal year &V2& (in the settings for
each fiscal year).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KA455 - Version &1 is locked in fiscal year &2 ?

  The SAP error message KA455, which states "Version &1 is locked in fiscal year &2," typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when you attempt to make changes or post transactions to a version that is locked for a specific fiscal year. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when you are trying to post costs, create reports, or perform planning activities.
  Cause:
  
  Version Locking: The version you are trying to use is locked for the specified fiscal year. This is often done to prevent changes to financial data after a certain point in time, ensuring data integrity and compliance with accounting standards.
  Period Closing: The fiscal year may have been closed, and as a result, the version is locked to prevent any further postings or changes.
  Configuration Settings: The settings in the controlling area or version configuration may have been set to lock certain versions for specific fiscal years.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unlock the Version:
  
  If you have the necessary authorizations, you can unlock the version for the fiscal year. This is typically done in the configuration settings of the controlling module.
  Navigate to the configuration path: Controlling (CO) > Cost Center Accounting > Master Data > Versions. Here, you can check the status of the version and unlock it if needed.
  
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status:
  
  Verify if the fiscal year is indeed closed. If it is, you may need to reopen it if your business processes allow for it. This usually requires specific authorizations and should be done with caution.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Version:
  
  If unlocking the version is not feasible or appropriate, consider using a different version that is not locked for the fiscal year in question.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of unlocking a version or reopening a fiscal year, consult with your finance or controlling team to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OKKP (for controlling area settings) or KSV5 (for version management) to manage versions and fiscal year settings.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to versions and fiscal year settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing versions and fiscal years in the controlling module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KA455 error and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.