How To Fix GLPL722 - Plan period &1 &2 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GLPL - Message class planning FI-SL/GL

• Message number: 722

• Message text: Plan period &1 &2 not allowed

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

The selected plan period is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Set the desired plan period in Customizing under "Define Plan Periods"
(transaction GCP5).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GLPL722 - Plan period &1 &2 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message GLPL722, which states "Plan period &1 &2 not allowed," typically occurs in the context of planning activities in SAP, particularly when dealing with financial planning or budgeting in the General Ledger (GL) module. This error indicates that the specified planning period is not valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Planning Period: The specified planning period (e.g., month and year) does not exist in the system or is not configured for planning.
  Period Locking: The planning period may be locked for posting or planning activities, preventing any changes or entries.
  Fiscal Year Variant Issues: The fiscal year variant settings may not align with the planning period you are trying to use.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning settings that restrict the use of certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Period: Verify that the planning period you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the period settings in the relevant planning transaction.
  Unlock Period: If the period is locked, you may need to unlock it or choose a different period that is open for planning.
  Review Fiscal Year Variant: Ensure that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up and that the planning period falls within the defined fiscal year.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for planning in the SAP system to ensure that the periods are correctly defined and available for use.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage planning periods and resolve related issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KPF6 (Cost Center Planning: Change), or S_ALR_87013611 (Plan/Actual Comparison) to access planning functionalities.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform planning activities in the specified periods.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial planning within SAP.