How To Fix FPB_EXPRESS_PLANNING442 - Entry must be an even number in the range from 2 to 20

FPB_EXPRESS_PLANNING442 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FPB_EXPRESS_PLANNING - Messages for Express Planning

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Entry must be an even number in the range from 2 to 20

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FPB_EXPRESS_PLANNING442 - Entry must be an even number in the range from 2 to 20 ?

  The SAP error message FPB_EXPRESS_PLANNING442 indicates that an entry you are trying to input must be an even number within the range of 2 to 20. This error typically occurs in the context of planning functions or data entry where specific parameters are expected to conform to certain rules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Input Value: The value you entered is either an odd number, not within the specified range (2 to 20), or is not a number at all.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings or configurations that enforce this rule for certain planning functions or data entries.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Value: Ensure that the value you are entering is an even number (e.g., 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, or 20).
  Adjust Value: If you entered an odd number or a number outside the range, change it to a valid even number within the specified range.
  Review Documentation: If you are unsure about the