How To Fix KM601 - No actual data exists for a plan version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KM - Error messages for Profit Center Accounting

• Message number: 601

• Message text: No actual data exists for a plan version

What causes this issue?

In the general data selection, you have specified a plan version.
Therefore it is not possible to specify "Actual" for the plan/actual
indicator for this layout.

How to fix this error?

Choose "Plan" for the plan/actual indicator or
remove the version from the general data selection and define it in
individual rows or columns.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KM601 - No actual data exists for a plan version ?

  The SAP error message KM601 ("No actual data exists for a plan version") typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO) when you are trying to access or analyze data for a planning version that does not have any actual data associated with it. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when running reports, executing transactions, or performing analyses in SAP.
  Causes of KM601 Error
  
  
  No Actual Data: The most straightforward cause is that there is simply no actual data recorded for the specified plan version. This can happen if:
  
  The plan version has not been populated with actual data.
  The data has not been posted to the system for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Version: You may be trying to access a plan version that is not set up correctly or does not correspond to the actual data you are looking for.
  
  
  Data Posting Issues: There may be issues with data posting, such as:
  
  Data not being posted to the correct period.
  Data being posted to a different version than the one you are querying.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the actual data for the specified plan version.
  
  
  Solutions to KM601 Error
  
  
  Check Data Availability:
  
  Verify that actual data exists for the plan version you are trying to access. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes like KSB1 (for cost centers) or KOB1 (for orders) to see if any actual postings exist.
  
  
  
  Review Plan Version Settings:
  
  Ensure that the plan version you are using is correctly configured and that it is intended to hold actual data. You can check this in the planning settings.
  
  
  
  Posting Data:
  
  If no actual data exists, you may need to post the necessary data to the system. Ensure that all relevant transactions have been executed and that data has been posted for the correct periods.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view the actual data for the specified plan version. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional context on the error message and any specific configurations that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KSB1, KOB1, KP06 (for planning), and KPIs (for reporting).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error KM601 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the KM601 error in SAP.