How To Fix KG1020 - Planning layout cannot be generated

KG1020 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KG1 - CO-PA planning

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Planning layout cannot be generated

What causes this issue?

The planning level contains characteristic '&V1&', which is dependent
on characteristic '&V2&'.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

For the layout to be generated, characteristic '&V2&' must be included
in the header.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KG1020 - Planning layout cannot be generated ?

  The SAP error message KG1020, which states "Planning layout cannot be generated," typically occurs in the context of SAP CO (Controlling) when there are issues related to the planning layout configuration. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The planning layout may not be properly configured, or required fields may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning layouts.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the underlying data model or master data that the planning layout relies on.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical problems in the SAP system, such as missing transport requests or issues with the underlying database.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning layout configuration (transaction code KP26 or KP27).
  Ensure that all required fields and settings are correctly defined.
  Verify that the layout is linked to