How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C235 - Start of sales period is rejected; Template without generations

/PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C235 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C -

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Start of sales period is rejected; Template without generations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C235 - Start of sales period is rejected; Template without generations ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_C235 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a sales period in the context of the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) module. Specifically, the error message states that the "Start of sales period is rejected; Template without generations." This typically means that the system is unable to process the sales period due to a missing or incorrect configuration in the template used for planning.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Generations in Template: The template used for the sales period may not have the necessary generations defined. Generations are essential for the planning process as they define the time frames for which data is available.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the sales period or the planning template may not be set up correctly, leading to the rejection of the sales period.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or completeness in the planning area, which can cause