How To Fix GM140 - No activity type planning carried out for &/&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GM - Combination manager

• Message number: 140

• Message text: No activity type planning carried out for &/&

What causes this issue?

You want to use the (sender)cost center/activity type &V1&/&V2&.
However, activity type planing for the fiscal year &V4& in the plan
version &V3& has not yet taken place for this combination.

System Response

The (sender)cost center/activity type &V1&/&V2& cannot be used.

How to fix this error?

Carry out a activity type plan for the combination &V1&/&V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GM140 - No activity type planning carried out for &/& ?

  The SAP error message GM140 ("No activity type planning carried out for &/&") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with Activity-Based Costing (ABC) or project planning. This error indicates that there is no planning data available for the specified activity type in the given controlling area and fiscal year.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Activity Type Planning: The primary cause of this error is that there is no planning data for the specified activity type in the controlling area for the given period.
  Incorrect Configuration: The activity type may not be properly configured or assigned to the relevant cost center or internal order.
  Fiscal Year/Period Issues: The fiscal year or period specified may not have any planning data entered.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the planning data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Type Planning:
  
  Go to the transaction code KP06 (Change Activity Type Planning) or KP26 (Change Activity Type Planning for Cost Centers).
  Verify if there is any planning data for the specified activity type in the controlling area and fiscal year.
  If there is no data, you will need to create the necessary planning entries.
  
  
  
  Create Planning Data:
  
  If planning data is missing, you can enter the required planning data for the activity type using the appropriate planning transaction (e.g., KP06, KP26).
  Ensure that the planning is done for the correct fiscal year and period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the activity type in the Customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Ensure that the activity type is correctly assigned to the relevant cost centers or internal orders.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify planning data.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on activity type planning and related configurations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KP06: Change Activity Type Planning
  KP26: Change Activity Type Planning for Cost Centers
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP Controlling and Activity-Based Costing for a deeper understanding of planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GM140 error and ensure that the necessary planning data is in place for the specified activity type.