How To Fix KQ288 - Enter a plan version for planned results analysis

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: KQ - Error Messages for Customizing Product Costing

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Enter a plan version for planned results analysis

What causes this issue?

You have selected the indicator
<DS:DE.KKA_VERW_C>Actual and plan RA</>. If you do this, you must
enter a plan version.

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?

Enter a plan version in the <LS>Plan version</> field.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message KQ288 - Enter a plan version for planned results analysis ?

  The SAP error message KQ288, "Enter a plan version for planned results analysis," typically occurs in the context of results analysis in SAP Controlling (CO) when a user attempts to execute a transaction or report that requires a plan version to be specified, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a specified plan version in the results analysis settings. In SAP, a plan version is necessary for the system to determine which planning data to use for comparison against actual results. This is particularly relevant in scenarios involving cost planning, revenue planning, or any other financial analysis where planned figures are compared to actual figures.
  Solution:
  To resolve the KQ288 error, you need to specify a plan version in the relevant transaction or report. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Identify the Transaction/Report: Determine which transaction or report you are trying to execute when you encounter the error.
  
  
  Access the Planning Version Field: In the selection screen of the transaction or report, look for a field labeled "Plan Version" or similar.
  
  
  Enter a Valid Plan Version: Input a valid plan version. Commonly used plan versions include:
  
  0: Original Plan
  1: Revised Plan
  Custom versions as defined in your organization.
  
  
  
  Execute the Transaction/Report Again: After entering the plan version, try executing the transaction or report again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Plan Versions in SAP: Plan versions are defined in the SAP system and can be customized according to the organization's planning needs. You can manage plan versions through the configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  Configuration: If you frequently encounter this error, it may be worth checking the configuration settings for results analysis in your SAP system to ensure that the default plan version is set correctly.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for more detailed information on how to manage plan versions and results analysis.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify planning data in the SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the KQ288 error and successfully execute your results analysis. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.