How To Fix KPU1013 - Plan data exists, but the version is currently locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Plan data exists, but the version is currently locked

What causes this issue?

In controlling area &V1& you want to activate integrated planning for
version &V2& in fiscal year &V3&. No planning data exists in this
version. The system tries to set the corresponding planning indicator,
but the version is being locked by user &V4&.

System Response

No further processing is possible.

How to fix this error?

Restart the transaction later.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KPU1013 - Plan data exists, but the version is currently locked ?

  The SAP error message KPU1013 indicates that there is existing plan data for a particular version, but that version is currently locked. This typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting processes within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Financial Planning.
  Cause:
  
  
  Version Locking: The version of the planning data you are trying to access or modify is locked. This can happen if:
  
  A user has locked the version for editing.
  The version is set to be locked in the configuration settings.
  A planning cycle is currently running, which locks the version temporarily.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to unlock or modify the version.
  
  
  Data Integrity: The system may be preventing changes to ensure data integrity during a critical planning process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Unlock the Version:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the version. This is typically done in the planning transaction (e.g., using transaction code KP06 for cost center planning).
  Navigate to the version management settings and check if the version is locked. If it is, unlock it.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to modify the planning version. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to grant the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Wait for Processes to Complete:
  
  If a planning cycle or process is currently running, wait for it to complete. Once it is finished, the version should be unlocked automatically.
  
  
  
  Consult with Your SAP Administrator:
  
  If you are unable to unlock the version or if you are unsure why it is locked, consult with your SAP administrator or support team. They can provide insights into the system configuration and any ongoing processes that may be affecting the version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP01 (Create Planning Layout), and KP02 (Change Planning Layout).
  Version Management: Understand how version management works in SAP, including how to create, modify, and lock/unlock versions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning processes and version management in your specific SAP module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KPU1013 error and continue with your planning activities in SAP.