How To Fix MPR1012 - There must be at least 1 forecast period

MPR1012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPR1 - Messages Transferring Forecast Data from External Systems

• Message number: 012

• Message text: There must be at least 1 forecast period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPR1012 - There must be at least 1 forecast period ?

  The SAP error message MPR1012, which states "There must be at least 1 forecast period," typically occurs in the context of demand planning or forecasting within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system expects at least one valid forecast period to be defined for the planning object, but none has been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  No Forecast Period Defined: The most common cause of this error is that the planning object (such as a material or product) does not have any forecast periods defined in the planning book or the forecast profile.
  Incorrect Planning Book Settings: The planning book may not be set up correctly, or the forecast profile may not be assigned properly.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be an issue with how data is being entered or processed, leading to the absence of forecast periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Forecast Profile: Ensure that the forecast profile assigned to the planning object has valid forecast periods defined.