How To Fix /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES703 - Enter a start date within the plan period (&1 to &2).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 703

• Message text: Enter a start date within the plan period (&1 to &2).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES703 - Enter a start date within the plan period (&1 to &2). ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES703 indicates that a user is trying to enter a start date that falls outside the defined planning period. The message typically specifies the valid range of dates, denoted as &1 (start date) and &2 (end date).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The user attempts to create or modify a planning object (like a plan, forecast, or budget) with a start date that is not within the allowed planning period.
  The planning period has been defined in the system, and the date entered does not fall within this range.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Planning Period:
  
  Verify the defined planning period in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Ensure that the start date you are trying to enter is within the range specified by the planning period.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Start Date:
  
  If the date you entered is indeed outside the allowed range, modify it to a date that falls within the specified planning period.
  
  
  
  Update Planning Period (if necessary):
  
  If you need to extend the planning period to accommodate the new start date, you may need to update the planning period settings in the configuration. This typically requires appropriate authorization and should be done with caution to avoid impacting other planning activities.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., SAP Integrated Business Planning, SAP S/4HANA) for more detailed guidance on planning periods and date settings.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the module, you may need to use specific transaction codes to check or modify planning periods (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or change planning periods.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter a valid start date within the planning period.