How To Fix 61481 - Please enter plnning calendar for freely definable plnng period selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 481

• Message text: Please enter plnning calendar for freely definable plnng period selection

What causes this issue?

You specified that planning calendar periods, that is freely selectable
periods, are to be used but you have not entered a planning split. ^

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?

Enter a planning split.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61481 - Please enter plnning calendar for freely definable plnng period selection ?

  The SAP error message 61481, which states "Please enter planning calendar for freely definable planning period selection," typically occurs in the context of planning and forecasting within SAP systems, particularly in modules like SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) or SAP S/4HANA.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when a user attempts to execute a planning function or transaction that requires a planning calendar, but the system does not have a valid planning calendar defined for the specified planning period. The planning calendar is essential for determining the time frames for planning activities, such as production, sales, or inventory management.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define a Planning Calendar:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Follow the path: Advanced Planning and Optimization -> Global Settings -> Define Planning Calendar.
  Create or modify a planning calendar that suits your planning needs.
  
  
  
  Assign the Planning Calendar:
  
  Ensure that the planning calendar is assigned to the relevant planning area or planning book.
  You can do this in the configuration settings under the planning area or planning book settings.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Period Settings:
  
  Verify that the planning period settings in your planning book or planning area are correctly configured to use the defined planning calendar.
  Ensure that the planning period you are trying to use is compatible with the defined planning calendar.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Planning Function:
  
  After defining and assigning the planning calendar, re-run the planning function or transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Reference IMG for configuration.
  SCC4: Check client settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on planning calendars and their configuration.
  
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning calendars.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, it is advisable to test the planning function in a development or test environment before applying changes in production.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or data issues at play.