How To Fix 61320 - Plg calendar n.maintained far enough into future or per.of entry too smll

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Plg calendar n.maintained far enough into future or per.of entry too smll

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61320 - Plg calendar n.maintained far enough into future or per.of entry too smll ?

  The SAP error message 61320 typically indicates that there is an issue with the planning calendar or the planning period in the context of a planning transaction. This error can occur in various modules, such as SAP PP (Production Planning) or SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization), when the system cannot find a valid planning period for the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Calendar Not Maintained: The planning calendar may not be set up to cover the required future periods for the planning activities you are trying to execute.
  Period of Entry Too Small: The period of entry (the time frame for which you are trying to plan) may be too short or not aligned with the planning calendar.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning settings that prevent the system from recognizing valid periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Calendar:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining the planning calendar (e.g., transaction code SCAL for SAP APO).
  Ensure that the planning calendar is defined and maintained for the required future periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Period of Entry:
  
  Review the period of entry you are trying to use. Make sure it is set to a valid range that aligns with the planning calendar.
  If necessary, extend the period of entry to cover a longer time frame.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Check the configuration settings related to planning in the relevant module (e.g., PP or APO).
  Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured to allow for planning activities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to maintain planning calendars and periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the planning transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SCAL (for calendar maintenance) and MD01 (for planning run).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the planning transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify planning calendars.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module.