How To Fix /BEV4/PLPEND059 - Reported sale is outside of the reporting interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /BEV4/PLPEND -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Reported sale is outside of the reporting interval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND059 - Reported sale is outside of the reporting interval ?

  The SAP error message /BEV4/PLPEND059 - Reported sale is outside of the reporting interval typically occurs in the context of SAP's Sales and Distribution (SD) module, particularly when dealing with reporting or data extraction processes. This error indicates that a sale or transaction being reported falls outside the defined reporting period or interval.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Reporting Period: The sale being reported has a date that does not fall within the specified reporting interval. This could be due to the sale being recorded in a different fiscal period or outside the defined reporting dates.
  Configuration Issues: The reporting intervals may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies between the actual sales data and the expected reporting periods.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect dates being assigned to sales transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Reporting Interval: Verify the reporting interval settings in the system. Ensure that the dates for the reporting period are correctly defined and that they encompass the date of the reported sale.
  Adjust Sale Date: If the sale date is incorrect, consider adjusting the date of the sale to fall within the reporting interval.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to reporting intervals in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to manage reporting intervals and related settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry and reporting are trained on the importance of correct date entries and understanding reporting intervals.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in troubleshooting, such as:
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary) to check table structures.
  SE38 (ABAP Editor) to run reports or check custom programs.
  SPRO (Customizing) to access configuration settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.