How To Fix KG340 - You cannot change the planning time frame

KG340 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 340

• Message text: You cannot change the planning time frame

What causes this issue?

You have selected several profitability segments for forecasting.
However, these segments have been assigned to different planning
periods.
You cannot forecast for all of these segments at the same time.

System Response

Forecasting was terminated.

How to fix this error?

Select only segments with the same planning period.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG340 - You cannot change the planning time frame ?

  The SAP error message KG340, which states "You cannot change the planning time frame," typically occurs in the context of planning and budgeting within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Controlling (CO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This error indicates that the system has restrictions on changing the planning time frame due to various reasons.
  Causes of Error KG340
  
  
  Locked Planning Period: The planning period you are trying to change may be locked. This can happen if the period is already closed for posting or if it is outside the allowed planning horizon.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the planning time frame.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to the planning time frame based on specific settings in the controlling area or planning version.
  
  
  Data Consistency: There may be existing data or transactions that prevent changes to the planning time frame.
  
  
  Planning Version: The planning version