How To Fix TU349 - BB plan &2 exists in the future for contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 349

• Message text: BB plan &2 exists in the future for contract &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU349 - BB plan &2 exists in the future for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message TU349 indicates that there is a planning situation in the system where a business plan (BB plan) exists in the future for a specific contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or project planning within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP PS (Project System) or SAP PM (Plant Maintenance).
  Cause:
  The error message TU349 is triggered when:
  
  A business plan (BB plan) is defined for a contract that extends into the future, and the system does not allow certain operations (like changes or deletions) on contracts with future planning.
  The planning data for the contract is inconsistent with the current date or the operations being performed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Planning Data:
  
  Review the business plan associated with the contract in question. Ensure that the planning data is correct and that it aligns with your current business requirements.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Planning Period:
  
  If the planning data is indeed valid but needs to be adjusted, consider modifying the planning period to ensure it does not extend into the future if that is not intended.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Future Plans:
  
  If the future planning is no longer needed, you may need to delete or modify the future business plan entries associated with the contract.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on contract management and planning to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to access contract management or planning data, such as CJ20N for project management or ME33K for contract display.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to contracts and planning data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the TU349 error and implement a suitable solution.