How To Fix PE738 - Choose a longer planning period for scrolling

PE738 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 738

• Message text: Choose a longer planning period for scrolling

What causes this issue?

You want to scroll to another period in the shift plan. To be able to
use the scroll function, you have to have selected a longer planning
period when you first access Shift Planning.

System Response

The function is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Go back to the initial screen and select a longer planning period.

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 PE738 - Choose a longer planning period for scrolling ?

  The SAP error message PE738, which states "Choose a longer planning period for scrolling," typically occurs in the context of planning functions within SAP, particularly in modules like SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error indicates that the planning period you are trying to view or scroll through is too short for the current settings or context.
  
  Cause:
  
  Short Planning Period: The planning period you have selected is shorter than what is required for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require a longer planning horizon for certain planning activities.
  Data Availability: There may not be enough data available for the selected period, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Extend the Planning Period:
  
  Go to the planning view or transaction where you encountered the error.
  Adjust the planning period settings to a longer duration. This can often be done in the selection screen or