How To Fix KX466 - Key figures were unlocked (see long text)

KX466 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KX - EC-EIS/EC-BP: Data basis, data collection

• Message number: 466

• Message text: Key figures were unlocked (see long text)

What causes this issue?

Using this function the key figures of a data structure are also
released for deletion with existing database tables, meaning the pre-
set ADD-FIELDS technique (only new fields can be appended) is left.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

You can now delete key figures from the data structure; when saving,
the data structure is updated accordingly.
When activating an error may occur (data must be converted). However,
after the log is output by the mass activation program, you can call up
the database utility (SE14) and convert the data with that.
Only start this conversion if other errors have not been reported in
the log. Note also that forms in the layout entry and reporting must
also be revised if they refer to key figures that have been deleted
from the data structure.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KX466 - Key figures were unlocked (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message KX466, which states "Key figures were unlocked (see long text)," typically occurs in the context of controlling and profitability analysis (CO-PA) when you are trying to post or change data in a period that has already been closed or unlocked for certain key figures.
  
  Cause:
  
  Period Closure: The most common cause of this error is that the period you are trying to post to has been closed for certain key figures. This means that the system has locked the key figures to prevent any changes or postings.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the controlling area or the specific settings for the key figures may restrict changes after a certain point.
  Data Locking: The data may be locked due to other processes or transactions that are currently being executed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the period you are trying to post to. If it is closed, you may need