Message type: E = Error
Message class: PR - Forecast: Help messages
Message number: 318
Message text: No. of periods for initialization based on no. of consumption values
The number of periods for initialization was automatically set equal
to the number of historical values.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
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PR318
- No. of periods for initialization based on no. of consumption values ?The SAP error message PR318 ("No. of periods for initialization based on no. of consumption values") typically occurs in the context of the SAP system's planning and forecasting functionalities, particularly when dealing with consumption-based planning or similar processes.
Cause: This error usually arises when the system is unable to determine the number of periods required for initialization based on the consumption values provided. This can happen due to several reasons, including: Insufficient Data: There may not be enough historical consumption data available for the system to calculate the required initialization periods.
Configuration Issues: The settings in the planning parameters or the material master data may not be correctly configured. Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters set for the material may not align with the available consumption data. Data Gaps: There may be gaps or inconsistencies in the consumption data that prevent the system from making a proper calculation.
Solution: To resolve the PR318 error, you can take the
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