How To Fix UPB_CW021 - Customizing step can no longer be processed

UPB_CW021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB_CW - Cost Center Wizard

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Customizing step can no longer be processed

What causes this issue?

You attempted to start a processing step for a planning application.
However, this is only possible if the subsequent processing step was not
yet started. However, in the present case, subsequent steps were already
processed.

System Response

Processing step is not carried out.

How to fix this error?

If you really want to carry out the desired changes in Customizing, you
can only do this by making the settings in the subsequent processing
steps void. To do this, choose <LS>Extras -> Manage -> Reset Status.</>
Note: This can result in the loss of all settings previously made.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB_CW021 - Customizing step can no longer be processed ?

  The SAP error message UPB_CW021, which states "Customizing step can no longer be processed," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) application. This error can arise during the execution of a customizing step in the BPC configuration process, often related to issues with the underlying data or configuration settings.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The customizing step may depend on previous steps that have not been completed or configured correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data or settings that the customizing step relies on.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the customizing step may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system issues or bugs that prevent the customizing step from being processed.
  Version Mismatch: If there are multiple versions of the BPC application or if the system has been upgraded, there may be compatibility issues.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Previous Steps: Ensure that all prerequisite