How To Fix PR415 - Fewer historical values than entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PR - Forecast: Help messages

• Message number: 415

• Message text: Fewer historical values than entered

What causes this issue?

The number of historical periods you specified in the forecast profile
is less than the number present in the system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PR415 - Fewer historical values than entered ?

  The SAP error message PR415 ("Fewer historical values than entered") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Production Planning (PP) or other modules that involve historical data analysis, such as forecasting or planning. This error indicates that the system is expecting a certain number of historical data points to perform a calculation or analysis, but it has found fewer data points than required.
  Cause:
  
  Insufficient Historical Data: The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have enough historical data points available for the calculation. For example, if a forecast model requires 12 months of historical data but only 8 months are available, this error will be triggered.
  Data Deletion or Archiving: Historical data may have been deleted or archived, leading to a shortage of available data points.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the planning or forecasting configuration may lead to the system expecting more data than is available.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or configuration in the planning parameters can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Historical Data: Verify the historical data available for the relevant material or planning object. Ensure that the required number of historical data points is present.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If the planning parameters are set to require more historical data than is available, consider adjusting these parameters to match the available data.
  Data Recovery: If historical data has been deleted or archived, consider restoring it if possible. This may involve retrieving data from backups or re-entering it manually.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., forecasting, planning) to ensure they are set correctly and do not require more historical data than is available.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration and requirements for historical data in your specific context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., MC.9 for material analysis, MC.1 for material master data) that can help you analyze historical data.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.