How To Fix KPU1001 - Plan version &1 is already being used by user &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KPU1 - Messages: Planning Utilities 1 / 2

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Plan version &1 is already being used by user &2

What causes this issue?

DEFINE &USER& = &V2&
INCLUDE MESSAGE_ENQUEUE_USER OBJECT DOKU ID TX
Plan version &V1& is already being edited by user &V2&. You therefore
cannot continue the execution of the transaction you have started.

System Response

The system has terminated processing.

How to fix this error?

Restart the transaction at a later time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPU1001 - Plan version &1 is already being used by user &2 ?

  The SAP error message KPU1001 indicates that a specific plan version is currently being used by another user. This typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting processes within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  A user attempts to access or modify a plan version that is already locked by another user.
  The plan version is in use for data entry, planning, or reporting, preventing concurrent access to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KPU1001 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the User: Check who is currently using the plan version. This can often be done through transaction codes like SM04 (User Overview) or AL08 (Global User Overview) to see active sessions.
  
  
  Wait for Release: If the other user is legitimately using the plan version, you may need to wait until they finish their work and release the lock.
  
  
  Contact the User: If you know the user who is using the plan version, you can reach out to them to see if they can finish their task or release the lock.
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs: Sometimes, background jobs may also lock a plan version. You can check transaction SM37 (Job Monitoring) to see if any jobs are running that might be using the plan version.
  
  
  Force Release (if necessary): If you have the necessary authorizations and it is appropriate to do so, you can forcefully release the lock. This can be done using transaction SM12 (Delete Locks). However, this should be done with caution, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration of your planning processes to see if adjustments can be made to reduce lock contention.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM04, AL08, SM12, and SM37 for user and job monitoring.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and modify plan versions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the KPU1001 error effectively.