How To Fix /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_G117 - Module for generation-enabled template has no valid start date

/PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_G117 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_G -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Module for generation-enabled template has no valid start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_G117 - Module for generation-enabled template has no valid start date ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_IBC_CNFG_I_G117 indicates that there is an issue with a generation-enabled template in the context of SAP's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or similar modules. Specifically, the error states that the template does not have a valid start date, which is essential for the generation process to function correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date: The template you are trying to use for generation does not have a defined start date. This is crucial because the system needs to know when to begin processing the template.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the template may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a valid start date.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the system, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define a Start Date:
  
  Go to the configuration settings of the generation-enabled template.
  Ensure that a valid start date is set. This date should