How To Fix KG405 - Specify a profile for forecasting in the background

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG - CO-PA Planning

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Specify a profile for forecasting in the background

What causes this issue?

If the function "Process interactively" was not selected, you must
enter a forecast profile.

System Response

If the function "Process interactively" was selected and no
forecast profile was entered, the forecast parameters are supplied with
default values.

How to fix this error?

Enter a forecast profile or select the function "Process
interactively".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG405 - Specify a profile for forecasting in the background ?

  The SAP error message KG405, which states "Specify a profile for forecasting in the background," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Controlling (CO) module, particularly when dealing with planning and forecasting activities. This error indicates that the system requires a forecasting profile to be specified for the background processing of planning data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Forecasting Profile: The user has not specified a forecasting profile in the planning function or in the background job settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: The forecasting profile may not be properly configured or may not exist in the system.
  Job Scheduling Issues: If the job is scheduled to run in the background without the necessary parameters, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the KG405 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Specify a Forecasting Profile:
  
  Go to the planning function or the job scheduling screen where the error occurred.
  Ensure that a valid forecasting profile is selected. This can usually be done in the settings or parameters section of the planning function.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for forecasting profiles in SAP. You can do this through the transaction code SPRO.
  Ensure that the forecasting profiles are correctly defined and activated. You may need to create a new profile if none exists.
  
  
  
  Review Background Job Settings:
  
  If you are running a background job, check the job settings to ensure that all required parameters, including the forecasting profile, are correctly specified.
  You can check the job logs for more details on what might be missing.
  
  
  
  Test the Planning Function:
  
  After specifying the forecasting profile, test the planning function in the foreground to ensure that it works as expected before scheduling it in the background again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on forecasting profiles and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KP06 (Cost Center Planning), KP07 (Cost Center Planning - Change), and KP26 (Activity Type Planning) where forecasting profiles may be used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the planning function has the necessary authorizations to access and modify forecasting profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KG405 error and successfully run your forecasting processes in SAP.