How To Fix /SMB/Q2P106 - No existing Lifecycle Project in status 'In Progress'; no changes allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SMB/Q2P -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No existing Lifecycle Project in status 'In Progress'; no changes allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SMB/Q2P106 - No existing Lifecycle Project in status 'In Progress'; no changes allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SMB/Q2P106 No existing Lifecycle Project in status 'In Progress'; no changes allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Business ByDesign or SAP S/4HANA Cloud when you are trying to make changes to a project or a configuration that is not currently in an editable state. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Lifecycle Project Status: The error indicates that there is no lifecycle project currently in the 'In Progress' status. This means that the project you are trying to modify is either completed, canceled, or not yet started.
  Project Management: The lifecycle project may have been closed or is in a status that does not allow for changes. This can happen if the project has been finalized or if it is in a review state.
  User Permissions: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to access or modify the lifecycle project.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Project Status: 
  
  Navigate to the project management area in your SAP system and check the status of the lifecycle project you are trying to modify. Ensure that it is indeed in the 'In Progress' status.
  
  
  
  Create a New Project: 
  
  If the current project is completed or in a non-editable state, consider creating a new lifecycle project if changes are necessary.
  
  
  
  Reopen the Project: 
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you may be able to change the status of the project back to 'In Progress'. This typically requires administrative rights or specific roles assigned to your user profile.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing lifecycle projects and understanding their statuses.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's customer support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to create or modify lifecycle projects.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or articles that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Training and Resources: If you are new to managing lifecycle projects in SAP, consider taking training courses or reviewing resources that cover project management within the SAP environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.