How To Fix KF155 - HOLD date & is not allowed -> session not opened

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KF -

• Message number: 155

• Message text: HOLD date & is not allowed -> session not opened

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KF155 - HOLD date & is not allowed -> session not opened ?

  The SAP error message "KF155 HOLD date & is not allowed -> session not opened" typically occurs in the context of SAP's CO (Controlling) module, particularly when dealing with the execution of planning functions or when trying to open a planning session. This error indicates that there is an issue with the date specified for a planning session, which is not allowed due to certain constraints or settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date: The date specified for the planning session may be outside the allowed range. This could be due to fiscal year settings or planning periods that are not open for posting.
  Session Not Opened: The system is unable to open a session for the specified date, possibly because the planning period is closed or not yet opened.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the controlling area or planning version that restrict the use of certain dates.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the planning session for the specified date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to use for the planning session. Ensure it falls within the open periods defined in your fiscal year settings.
  Open Planning Periods: If the date is valid but the session is not opening, check if the planning period for that date is open. You may need to open the period in the configuration settings.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the controlling area and planning version to ensure that they allow for planning on the specified date.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform planning activities for the specified date.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or CO module consultant for specific configuration settings that may need to be adjusted.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or KP01 (Cost Center Planning: Create) to access planning functions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, 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 implement a solution to resolve it.