How To Fix PPDS_PB010 - The planning period does not lie within the evaluation period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPDS_PB - Messages for New Fiori OData Planning Board

• Message number: 010

• Message text: The planning period does not lie within the evaluation period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPDS_PB010 - The planning period does not lie within the evaluation period ?

  The SAP error message PPDS_PB010 ("The planning period does not lie within the evaluation period") typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there is a mismatch between the planning period you are trying to evaluate and the defined evaluation period.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch in Dates: The planning period you are trying to use for your planning run does not fall within the defined evaluation period. This can happen if:
  
  The start date of the planning period is before the start date of the evaluation period.
  The end date of the planning period is after the end date of the evaluation period.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the planning book settings that define the evaluation period.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when setting up the planning run or the planning book can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning and Evaluation Periods:
  
  Verify the planning period you are trying to use. Ensure that both the start and end dates of the planning period fall within the defined evaluation period.
  You can check the evaluation period settings in the planning book or planning area configuration.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Period:
  
  If the planning period is incorrect, adjust it to ensure it lies within the evaluation period. This can be done in the planning book or during the planning run setup.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning area and planning book to ensure that the evaluation period is set correctly. This includes checking the settings in the SAP APO or IBP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure planning periods and evaluation periods correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning area) to check and modify settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PPDS_PB010 error and ensure that your planning periods are correctly aligned with the evaluation periods.