How To Fix PK525 - Deactivation not possible; Not all control cycles released

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 525

• Message text: Deactivation not possible; Not all control cycles released

What causes this issue?

The <ZH>Lifecycle for Control Cycles</> function can only be deactivated
if all existing control cycles have the status <LS>Released</>. At least
one control cycle has a different status.

System Response

Deactivation is currently not possible.

How to fix this error?

Set the <LS>Released</> status for all control cycles or delete the
control cycles that are no longer needed. Then deactivate the function
again.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK525 - Deactivation not possible; Not all control cycles released ?

  The SAP error message PK525, which states "Deactivation not possible; Not all control cycles released," typically occurs in the context of Production Planning (PP) and is related to the deactivation of control cycles in the SAP system. This error indicates that there are still active control cycles that need to be released before you can deactivate the relevant master data.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more control cycles that are still in use or have not been fully released. Control cycles are used in SAP for planning and controlling production processes, and they must be released before you can deactivate or make changes to the associated master data.
  Solution:
  To resolve the PK525 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Active Control Cycles:
  
  Use transaction code PK03 (Display Control Cycle) to check the control cycles associated with the material or production process.
  Look for any control cycles that are still active or not fully released.
  
  
  
  Release Control Cycles:
  
  If you find any control cycles that are not released, you will need to release them. You can do this using transaction code PK02 (Change Control Cycle).
  Make sure to check the status of each control cycle and release them as necessary.
  
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Ensure that there are no dependencies or linked processes that are preventing the release of the control cycles. This may include checking for open production orders or planned orders that are still referencing the control cycles.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Control Cycles:
  
  Once all control cycles are released, you can proceed to deactivate the control cycles or the associated master data as needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of releasing control cycles or deactivating master data, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PK03: Display Control Cycle
  PK02: Change Control Cycle
  PK01: Create Control Cycle
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify control cycles in the SAP system.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the process to ensure that the deactivation is successful and that there are no further issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PK525 error and successfully deactivate the control cycles as needed.