How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING007 - For the plan data scope, only use I and E for SIGN.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING - Messages for Package FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING

• Message number: 007

• Message text: For the plan data scope, only use I and E for SIGN.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING007 - For the plan data scope, only use I and E for SIGN. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING007 indicates that there is an issue with the sign (SIGN) values used in the planning data scope. Specifically, the error states that only the values "I" (for "Increase") and "E" (for "Decrease") are allowed for the SIGN field when dealing with planning data.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  The SIGN field in the planning data is populated with values other than "I" or "E". This could be due to incorrect data entry or data extraction processes that do not conform to the expected values.
  There may be a configuration issue in the planning settings that allows for invalid sign values to be processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Data Input:
  
  Review the data being uploaded or processed to ensure that the SIGN field only contains "I" or "E". If there are other values present, correct them accordingly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement validation checks in your data processing routines to ensure that only valid SIGN values are allowed before the data is sent to SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are using custom programs or interfaces to upload planning data, check the configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly to handle the SIGN field.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the data upload or processing again to confirm that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the planning data structure and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning) or CNS41 (Planning Layouts) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING007 error in your SAP system.