How To Fix KP702 - The number of periods & exceeds the maximum number &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KP - CO-OM Planning

• Message number: 702

• Message text: The number of periods & exceeds the maximum number &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KP702 - The number of periods & exceeds the maximum number & ?

  The SAP error message KP702 ("The number of periods & exceeds the maximum number &") typically occurs in the context of controlling (CO) when working with planning or budgeting transactions. This error indicates that the number of periods you are trying to process exceeds the maximum number of periods allowed in the system configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Limits: The maximum number of periods is defined in the controlling area settings. If you attempt to enter data for more periods than allowed, this error will be triggered.
  Planning Version: The planning version you are using may have a limit on the number of periods that can be processed.
  Fiscal Year Variant: The fiscal year variant may not be set up to accommodate the number of periods you are trying to use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the controlling area and check the maximum number of periods allowed.
  You can do this by navigating to SPRO > Controlling > General Controlling > Master Data > Define Controlling Area and reviewing the settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Version:
  
  If you are using a specific planning version, check its settings to ensure it allows for the number of periods you need.
  You can find this in SPRO > Controlling > Planning > Define Planning Versions.
  
  
  
  Review Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant is set up correctly to accommodate the periods you are trying to enter.
  You can check this in SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Define Fiscal Year Variants.
  
  
  
  Modify the Number of Periods:
  
  If necessary, you may need to modify the number of periods in your planning or budgeting process to fit within the allowed limits.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP Basis or CO consultant for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like KP06 (Change Plan Data) or KP07 (Display Plan Data) to work with planning data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KP702 error and continue with your planning activities in SAP.