How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN193 - Plan &1 has been activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN -

• Message number: 193

• Message text: Plan &1 has been activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN193 - Plan &1 has been activated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN193 Plan &1 has been activated typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to make changes to a planning book or planning area that is currently activated. This means that the planning book is in use, and certain modifications cannot be made until it is deactivated.
  Cause:
  
  Active Planning Book: The planning book or planning area you are trying to modify is currently activated, which prevents changes.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to deactivate the planning book or make changes.
  System Lock: There may be a system lock or other processes that are currently using the planning book.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Deactivate the Planning Book:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/PPM (or the relevant transaction for your version).
  Find the planning book that is activated.
  Deactivate the planning book by selecting it and choosing the option to deactivate.
  
  
  
  Check User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to deactivate the planning book or make changes. You may need to contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Verify if there are any ongoing processes or locks on the planning book. You can check transaction SM12 for locks and SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to planning books and areas for any specific instructions or guidelines.
  
  
  
  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 /SAPAPO/PPM for planning book maintenance, /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning area maintenance, and /SAPAPO/MC8A for activating/deactivating planning areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on planning books, planning areas, and their management in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP APO.