How To Fix CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT106 - No valid period indicator could be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT - APO Integration Messages

• Message number: 106

• Message text: No valid period indicator could be determined

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

What causes this issue?

The system cannot determine the duration of the promotion.

How to fix this error?

Enter a duration for the promotion<ZK>.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT106 - No valid period indicator could be determined ?

  The SAP error message CRM_MKTPL_APO_INT106 indicates that the system could not determine a valid period indicator for a marketing plan or activity in the context of integration between SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) and SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization). This error typically arises when there is a mismatch or absence of relevant data that defines the time periods for marketing activities.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Period Indicator: The period indicator that defines the time frame for the marketing plan or activity is not set or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the marketing plan or activity may not be correctly defined, leading to the inability to determine a valid period.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between SAP CRM and SAP APO, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the marketing plan, such as the product or customer data, may not be properly maintained or may be incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Period Indicator Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for marketing plans in SAP CRM.
  Ensure that the period indicators are correctly defined and that they align with the marketing activities you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Review Marketing Plan Data:
  
  Check the specific marketing plan or activity that is causing the error.
  Ensure that all required fields, including the period indicator, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Synchronize Data:
  
  If there are discrepancies between SAP CRM and SAP APO, consider running synchronization jobs to ensure that both systems have consistent data.
  Check for any recent changes in master data that may not have been reflected in both systems.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the CRM and APO integration to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to technical resources, consider debugging the process to identify where the period indicator is being determined and why it is failing.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like CRMD_ORDER to check marketing documents or SCC4 for client settings.
  Integration Settings: Review the integration settings between SAP CRM and SAP APO, particularly those related to marketing and planning.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.