How To Fix MA077 - Historical period (& period splits) smaller than one seasonal cycle

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Historical period (& period splits) smaller than one seasonal cycle

What causes this issue?

Either the historical period you have specified is too short or the
parameter 'Periods per season' has been incorrectly set.

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?

Make the historical period longer or correct the parameter "Periods per
season".

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA077 - Historical period (& period splits) smaller than one seasonal cycle ?

  The SAP error message MA077, which states "Historical period (& period splits) smaller than one seasonal cycle," typically occurs in the context of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) or forecasting within SAP. This error indicates that the historical data period you are trying to use for forecasting or planning is shorter than the defined seasonal cycle, which is necessary for accurate forecasting.
  
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Historical Data: The historical data period you have selected does not cover the entire seasonal cycle. For example, if your seasonal cycle is defined as 12 months, but you are trying to use only 6 months of historical data, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Seasonal Cycle Configuration: The seasonal cycle may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies between the expected and actual data periods.
  Data Gaps: There may be gaps in the historical data that prevent the system from recognizing a complete seasonal cycle.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Extend Historical Data Period: