How To Fix KP233 - Planning locked by user &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Planning locked by user &

What causes this issue?

DEFINE &USER& = &V1&
INCLUDE MESSAGE_ENQUEUE_USER OBJECT DOKU ID TX
User &V1& is planning in controlling area &V2&, version &V3&. Price
calculation is therefore not possible.

System Response

If price calculation is not started in a test run, it is not started
because update postings are not possible.
When you start in a test run, there is no option to post at the end of
processing, but you are able to calculate the prices.

How to fix this error?

Try again later if you need to update the plan reconciliation. If you
are only interested in price calculations, you can carry out the test
run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP233 - Planning locked by user & ?

  The SAP error message KP233, which states "Planning locked by user &," typically occurs in the context of planning activities in SAP Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when using the planning functions in SAP's CO-OM (Overhead Cost Controlling) or CO-PA (Profitability Analysis).
  Cause:
  The error indicates that a planning session is currently locked by a specific user (denoted by the "&" in the message). This can happen for several reasons:
  
  User Lock: A user is currently editing or has opened a planning session, preventing others from making changes.
  Session Timeout: A user may have left a session open, and the system has not released the lock.
  System Error: Occasionally, a system error or crash may leave a lock in place.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KP233 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Locking User:
  
  Check the user who has locked the planning session. This can often be found in the error message itself or by using transaction codes like SM12 (to view and manage locks) or SM21 (to check system logs).
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you can identify the user, reach out to them to see if they can close their session or save their work and exit.
  
  
  
  Release the Lock:
  
  If the user is unavailable or the session is stuck, you may need to manually release the lock. This can be done by:
  
  Going to transaction SM12, entering the user ID, and deleting the lock entry. Be cautious with this step, as it may lead to data loss if the user is actively working.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  Sometimes, background jobs may hold locks. Check if any background jobs are running that might be causing the lock.
  
  
  
  System Restart:
  
  In rare cases, a system restart may be necessary to clear persistent locks, but this should be done with caution and typically as a last resort.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM12: To view and manage locks.
  SM21: To check system logs for errors.
  KP06, KP07, KP08: Planning transactions in CO.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to perform planning activities without causing locks.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on planning and locking mechanisms in SAP CO.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to planning locks or provide updates and patches.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KP233 error and continue with your planning activities in SAP.