How To Fix FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING137 - POPER or FISCYEARPER must be a field of the aggregation level.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING - Messages for Package FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING

• Message number: 137

• Message text: POPER or FISCYEARPER must be a field of the aggregation level.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING137 - POPER or FISCYEARPER must be a field of the aggregation level. ?

  The SAP error message FINS_ACDOC_PLANNING137 typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting processes within SAP, particularly when working with the Universal Journal (ACDOCA) in SAP S/4HANA. The error indicates that the fields POPER (Period) or FISCYEARPER (Fiscal Year/Period) are not included in the aggregation level that you are trying to use for your planning function.
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to execute a planning function that requires the fields POPER or FISCYEARPER to be part of the aggregation level, but they are not included. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Aggregation Level: The aggregation level defined for the planning function does not include the necessary fields.
  Configuration Issues: The planning function or the data model may not be correctly configured to include these fields.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model or the planning environment that have not been reflected in the aggregation level.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Aggregation Level:
  
  Go to the transaction code RSD1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) or RSO2 (Manage Aggregation Levels).
  Locate the aggregation level that is being used in your planning function.
  Ensure that the fields POPER and FISCYEARPER are included in the aggregation level.
  
  
  
  Modify Aggregation Level:
  
  If the fields are not included, you will need to modify the aggregation level to add them.
  Save and activate the changes.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Function:
  
  Check the planning function configuration to ensure it is set up correctly and is referencing the correct aggregation level.
  
  
  
  Test the Planning Function:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning function again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to planning functions and aggregation levels for any additional guidance or best practices.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP S/4HANA planning and budgeting processes to better understand how aggregation levels work.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your planning function.