How To Fix /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES621 - Specify the valuation date of &1 within the plan's start and end dates

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 621

• Message text: Specify the valuation date of &1 within the plan's start and end dates

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES621 - Specify the valuation date of &1 within the plan's start and end dates ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_SC_MESSAGES621 indicates that there is an issue with the valuation date specified in a planning function or process. Specifically, it suggests that the valuation date you are trying to use is outside the defined start and end dates of the planning version or plan.
  Cause:
  
  Valuation Date Out of Range: The valuation date you are trying to use is either before the start date or after the end date of the planning version.
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version you are using may not be correctly set up with the appropriate start and end dates.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the valuation date, leading to it being outside the acceptable range.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Version Dates:
  
  Go to the planning version settings in SAP and verify the start and end dates.
  Ensure that the valuation date you are trying to use falls within these dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Valuation Date:
  
  If the valuation date is incorrect, adjust it to a date that is within the defined range of the planning version.
  
  
  
  Modify Planning Version:
  
  If necessary, you may need to modify the planning version to extend the start or end date to accommodate the valuation date you wish to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for additional context on planning versions and valuation dates.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the planning version or to the valuation date.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CPI1 (for planning version maintenance) or CPI2 (for planning version display) to check and modify planning versions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully specify a valid valuation date within the planning version's defined range.