How To Fix UCS0179 - Task &1 in period &2 is blocked or not applicable, or period is closed

UCS0179 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCS0 - Messages for Status Management

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Task &1 in period &2 is blocked or not applicable, or period is closed

What causes this issue?

The task is either blocked or not applicable for all of the
consolidation units or consolidation groups in this run. Or the task
cannot be executed because of the current period status.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The task log for the current task contains a success message (
<DS:NA.UCS0048>UCS0048</>) for each blocked or not applicable
organizational unit.
If the current task is blocked, unblock the task in the consolidation
monitor, and repeat the task.
If the period or the processing of the consolidation units is closed,
open the period in the consolidation monitor, and repeat the task.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCS0179 - Task &1 in period &2 is blocked or not applicable, or period is closed ?

  The SAP error message UCS0179 indicates that a task (identified by &1) in a specific period (identified by &2) is either blocked, not applicable, or the period is closed. This error typically arises in the context of project management, financial accounting, or controlling modules where tasks or activities are scheduled within specific time frames.
  Causes:
  
  Blocked Task: The task may be blocked due to various reasons, such as missing prerequisites, approval requirements, or other dependencies that prevent it from being processed.
  Not Applicable: The task may not be relevant for the specified period, possibly due to scheduling issues or incorrect task assignment.
  Closed Period: The financial or project period may have been closed, meaning that no further changes or postings can be made for that period. This is common in financial accounting where periods are closed for reporting purposes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Task Status: Review the status of the task in question. Ensure that it is not