How To Fix AH908 - Simulation period not completely covered by price/operand &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AH - IS-U billing (master data)

• Message number: 908

• Message text: Simulation period not completely covered by price/operand &1

What causes this issue?

The simulation period is not completely covered by price or operand &v1&
.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AH908 - Simulation period not completely covered by price/operand &1 ?

  The SAP error message AH908, which states "Simulation period not completely covered by price/operand &1," typically occurs in the context of pricing or cost simulation in SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Product Costing. This error indicates that the simulation period you are trying to analyze does not have complete pricing or operand data for the entire duration of the simulation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Data: The price or operand data for the specified period is incomplete. This could happen if there are gaps in the pricing records or if the prices have not been maintained for the entire period.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The simulation period may be set incorrectly, leading to a mismatch with the available price data.
  Data Validity: The validity dates of the price records may not cover the entire simulation period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the pricing procedure or the way the simulation is set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Price Records: Verify that all necessary price records are maintained for the entire simulation period. You can do this by checking the relevant pricing tables or transaction codes (like ME1M for purchasing info records).
  Adjust Simulation Period: Ensure that the simulation period you are using matches the periods for which price data is available. You may need to adjust the start and end dates of the simulation.
  Maintain Validity Dates: If the price records have validity dates, ensure that these dates encompass the entire simulation period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to pricing and simulation in the relevant SAP modules. Ensure that the pricing procedure is correctly set up to handle the required scenarios.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to maintain price records and set up simulations correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME1M (for purchasing info records), CK11N (for cost estimates), or CK40N (for cost estimate simulation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AH908 error and successfully run your simulation in SAP.