How To Fix CPE_ERP009 - Reference date routine, period type, and selection routine required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CPE_ERP - CPE - Messages for ERP

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Reference date routine, period type, and selection routine required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CPE_ERP009 - Reference date routine, period type, and selection routine required ?

  The SAP error message CPE_ERP009 typically indicates that there is a missing configuration or input related to the reference date routine, period type, or selection routine in the context of a planning or reporting process. This error often arises in the context of SAP's Controlling (CO) or Financial (FI) modules, particularly when dealing with planning functions or data extraction.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The system may not have the necessary configuration set up for the reference date routine or period type that is being used in the planning or reporting process.
  Incorrect Input: The user may not have provided the required parameters or inputs when executing a planning function or report.
  Custom Development: If there are custom routines or enhancements, they may not be properly defined or may be missing necessary parameters.
  Version Issues: There may be discrepancies between the version of the planning function and the data model being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration