How To Fix MQ063 - Runtime forecast & is still active, package & cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Runtime forecast & is still active, package & cannot be created

What causes this issue?

The runtime forecast package is still active.

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?

Create a new package for determining the runtime forecast.
To do this, proceed as follows:
Deactivate the current runtime forecast package and activate your
changeover package.
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Restart the runtime forecast and select a new package number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MQ063 - Runtime forecast & is still active, package & cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message "MQ063 Runtime forecast & is still active, package & cannot be created" typically occurs in the context of SAP's forecasting and planning functionalities, particularly when dealing with the creation of forecast packages in the SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  Active Forecast: The error indicates that there is an active runtime forecast that is preventing the creation of a new forecast package. This can happen if a forecast process is still running or has not been completed.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple processes from interfering with each other. If a forecast is still active, it locks the related data, preventing new packages from being created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the forecasting settings that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Processes: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or application where you can monitor active processes (e.g., transaction SM37 for job monitoring).
  Identify if there are any active forecast jobs that are still running. If so, wait for them to complete.
  
  
  
  Terminate or Complete Active Forecast:
  
  If the active forecast is stuck or taking too long, you may need to terminate it. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to do this.
  After terminating, check if the lock is released.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the forecasting process to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the forecast models and parameters are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  System Restart: 
  
  In some cases, a system restart may help in releasing locks if they are not being cleared properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM21 (System Log), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) to diagnose issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message for any specific patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.