How To Fix PE536 - Complete the target plan first

PE536 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 536

• Message text: Complete the target plan first

What causes this issue?

The target plan has not yet been completed.

System Response

You cannot call the actual plan until the target plan has been completed

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?

Complete the target plan. You can do so via the menu path 'Target plan'
-> 'complete'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE536 - Complete the target plan first ?

  The SAP error message PE536 "Complete the target plan first" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Project System (PS) or Controlling (CO) modules, particularly when dealing with planning and budgeting processes. This error indicates that there is an incomplete target plan for a project or cost center that needs to be addressed before proceeding with further actions, such as posting costs or creating actuals.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Target Plan: The target plan for the project or cost center has not been fully defined or is missing key components.
  Missing Data: Certain required fields or data entries in the planning process have not been filled out.
  Incorrect Status: The project or cost center may be in a status that does not allow for further processing until the target plan is completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Complete the Target Plan:
  
  Navigate to the planning transaction (e.g., CJ40 for project planning).
  Ensure that all necessary data for the target plan is entered, including costs,