How To Fix UJB_EXCEPTION223 - BPF: Instance &1 is suspended/finalized; activities cannot be completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UJB_EXCEPTION - BPC: BPF Message Class

• Message number: 223

• Message text: BPF: Instance &1 is suspended/finalized; activities cannot be completed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION223 - BPF: Instance &1 is suspended/finalized; activities cannot be completed ?

  The SAP error message UJB_EXCEPTION223 indicates that a Business Process Framework (BPF) instance is either suspended or finalized, which prevents any further activities from being completed within that instance. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or similar applications where BPF is used to manage business processes.
  Cause:
  
  Suspended Instance: The BPF instance may have been manually suspended by a user or due to a system error. This can happen if there are issues with the data or if a user has intentionally paused the process for review.
  Finalized Instance: The instance may have been finalized, meaning that it has been completed and is no longer open for changes or further processing. Finalization usually occurs at the end of a reporting period or after a specific process has been completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Instance Status: 
  
  Navigate to the BPF management area in SAP and check the status of the instance. Determine whether it is indeed suspended or finalized.
  
  
  
  Resume or Reopen Instance:
  
  If the instance is suspended, you may need to resume it. This can typically be done by selecting the instance and choosing the option to resume or activate it.
  If the instance is finalized, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or the relevant business process owner to determine if it can be reopened. In some cases, finalized instances may need to be reversed or a new instance created.
  
  
  
  Review Logs and Documentation:
  
  Check any logs or documentation related to the BPF instance to understand why it was suspended or finalized. This may provide insights into any underlying issues that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify the BPF instance. Sometimes, user roles and permissions can restrict actions on certain instances.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and the nature of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  BPF Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the SAP BPC documentation regarding BPF instances, including how to manage their lifecycle (suspend, finalize, resume).
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the BPF process are trained on how to handle instances properly to avoid unintentional suspensions or finalizations.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings for BPF in your SAP environment to ensure they align with your business processes and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the UJB_EXCEPTION223 error and continue with your business process activities in SAP.