How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES117 - Date rule does not exist; select from the predefined list

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Date rule does not exist; select from the predefined list

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES117 - Date rule does not exist; select from the predefined list ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES117 indicates that a date rule you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of planning or forecasting processes where specific date rules are required for calculations or data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Date Rule: The date rule you are trying to apply has not been defined in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the date rule name you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: The date rules may not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary permissions to access the date rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Available Date Rules:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration or transaction where date rules are defined.
  Look for a predefined list of date rules to ensure that the one you are trying to use exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Date Rule:
  
  If the date rule does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves navigating to the configuration settings for date rules and defining a new rule.
  If you find that the rule exists but is not configured correctly, you may need to modify it.
  
  
  
  Verify Input:
  
  Double-check the name of the date rule you are entering to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and use the date rules. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage date rules in your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use specific transaction codes to manage date rules (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.