How To Fix FCOM_PLANNING_CORE042 - No common validity period for cost center &2 and activity type &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FCOM_PLANNING_CORE - Messages for Package FCOM_PLANNING_CORE

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No common validity period for cost center &2 and activity type &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE042 - No common validity period for cost center &2 and activity type &3 ?

  The SAP error message FCOM_PLANNING_CORE042 indicates that there is no common validity period for the specified cost center and activity type in the planning process. This typically occurs in the context of cost planning or activity-based costing when the system is trying to access or process data that is not aligned in terms of time validity.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Validity Periods: The cost center and the activity type may have different validity periods defined in the system. For example, the cost center might be valid for a certain fiscal year, while the activity type is valid for a different period.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration for either the cost center or the activity type, such as missing or incorrectly defined validity dates.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or may not be aligned with the validity periods of the cost center and activity type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Go to the master data for the cost center and activity type in SAP.
  Verify the validity periods for both the cost center and the activity type. Ensure that they overlap for the period you are trying to plan.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  If there is a discrepancy, you may need to adjust the validity periods in the master data settings. This can be done through transaction codes like KS01 (Create Cost Center) or KA01 (Create Activity Type).
  Ensure that the cost center and activity type are both active and valid for the planning period you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Version:
  
  Check the planning version you are using. Make sure it is set up correctly and includes the necessary data for the cost center and activity type.
  You can review the planning version settings in transaction KP06 (Change Plan Data) or KP26 (Change Activity Type Planning).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing cost center and activity type configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KS01, KS02, KA01, KA02, KP06, and KP26 for managing cost centers and activity types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on SAP Controlling (CO) module to better understand the configuration and planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the cost center and activity type are properly aligned for planning purposes.