How To Fix AB016 - Planning parameter & invalid for activity type dependent planning

AB016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Planning parameter & invalid for activity type dependent planning

What causes this issue?

You chose activity-type-dependent planning. However, the selected
planning parameter
Does not exist, or
Does not allow for manual, activity-type-dependent primary cost
planning (neither for overhead nor fixed costs)

How to fix this error?

Check the planning parameter that you entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB016 - Planning parameter & invalid for activity type dependent planning ?

  The SAP error message AB016 ("Planning parameter & invalid for activity type dependent planning") typically occurs in the context of activity-based planning in SAP, particularly when working with cost centers, internal orders, or project systems. This error indicates that there is an issue with the planning parameters that have been set for an activity type, which is not valid for the type of planning you are trying to perform.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Planning Parameter: The planning parameter you are trying to use is not defined or is not valid for the specific activity type you are working with.
  Activity Type Configuration: The activity type may not be properly configured in the system, or the settings for the activity type do not match the planning parameters being used.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the cost center, internal order, or project that is being used in the planning process.
  Planning