How To Fix PB103 - Quota planning is outside planning period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Quota planning is outside planning period

What causes this issue?

The planning period (&V1& to &V2&) must fall between the dates set up
in table T77POSBUD for the desired planning type.
The organizational unit must also be valid in the planned period.

System Response

Termination. Nothing saved.

How to fix this error?

Adjust planning period in table T77POSBUD or the temporal validity of
the organizational unit.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB103 - Quota planning is outside planning period ?

  The SAP error message PB103, which states "Quota planning is outside planning period," typically occurs in the context of personnel planning and quota management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the quota planning you are trying to perform is outside the defined planning period for the relevant employee or organizational unit.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Period Configuration: The planning period for quotas (like vacation, sick leave, etc.) is defined in the system. If you attempt to plan quotas for a time frame that is not included in this period, the error will occur.
  Incorrect Dates: The dates you are trying to enter for quota planning may be incorrect or not aligned with the defined planning periods.
  Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may not be correctly set up, or the relevant infotype (like IT2006 for absence quotas) may not have the correct validity dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Period: Verify the planning period settings in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the IMG under Personnel Management).
  Adjust Dates: Ensure that the dates you are trying to enter for quota planning fall within the defined planning period. If necessary, adjust the dates accordingly.
  Review Master Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that all relevant infotypes are correctly maintained and that the validity periods are set appropriately.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the planning periods or how to adjust them, consult with your HR or payroll team, as they may have specific configurations or policies in place.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee records, or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to view existing data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT2006 (Absence Quotas) and IT0000 (Actions) to understand how quotas are managed.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for absence management and quota planning in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on quota planning and the specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PB103 error and successfully manage quota planning within the defined periods.