How To Fix DFS_ALLWNCPLAN006 - FE &1 is only valid from &2 to &3 and does not match the plan period.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_ALLWNCPLAN - Allowance Plan

• Message number: 006

• Message text: FE &1 is only valid from &2 to &3 and does not match the plan period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_ALLWNCPLAN006 - FE &1 is only valid from &2 to &3 and does not match the plan period. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_ALLWNCPLAN006 indicates that there is a mismatch between the planning period of a specific plan and the time frame that is being referenced in your transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of planning and forecasting within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to use a plan (identified by &1) that is only valid for a specific period (from &2 to &3).
  The date or period you are trying to reference does not fall within the valid range of the plan.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Plan Validity:
  
  Verify the validity dates of the plan you are trying to use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant planning area or configuration settings in SAP.
  Ensure that the date or period you are trying to access falls within the valid range specified by the plan.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Planning Period:
  
  If you need to work with a different period, you may need to adjust your planning period to match the valid range of the plan.
  Alternatively, if you need to extend the validity of the plan, you may need to modify the plan settings to include the desired period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the planning area or the specific plan to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the planning version and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on planning periods and how to manage them.
  
  
  
  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 further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify planning data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.