How To Fix /PM0/ABP_INFRD_MSG027 - Check the period of adjustment lock and adjust it, if required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_INFRD_MSG -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Check the period of adjustment lock and adjust it, if required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_INFRD_MSG027 - Check the period of adjustment lock and adjust it, if required ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_INFRD_MSG027 typically indicates an issue related to the adjustment lock period in the context of SAP's Plant Maintenance (PM) or similar modules. This error suggests that there is a restriction on making adjustments or changes to certain data due to the current period being locked.
  Cause:
  
  Period Locking: The error usually arises when the period for which you are trying to make adjustments is locked. This can happen if the period has been closed for financial reporting or if there are specific settings in the system that prevent changes to historical data.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that define which periods can be adjusted or modified.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the locked period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Lock: 
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (for financial periods) or the relevant transaction for your specific module to check the period settings.
  Verify if the period you are trying to adjust is indeed locked. If it is, you may need to unlock it or adjust your entries to a different period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period Settings:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unlock the period by modifying the settings in the configuration. However, be cautious with this approach as it may affect financial reporting and data integrity.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about unlocking a period, consult with your finance or controlling team to understand the implications and get their approval.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes in the system. If not, contact your system administrator to request the necessary permissions.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional guidance and best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OB52 for period management, IW38 for maintenance order management, and others that may be relevant to your specific use case.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP PM and financial period management to better understand how to handle such situations in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your adjustments in SAP.