How To Fix /SAPAPO/FCST117 - The to-date of the forecast horizon is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/FCST -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: The to-date of the forecast horizon is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST117 - The to-date of the forecast horizon is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/FCST117 indicates that the "to-date of the forecast horizon is in the past." This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create or update a forecast, but the specified forecast horizon extends into a time period that has already passed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Forecast Horizon: The forecast horizon you are trying to set has a "to-date" that is earlier than the current date.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be incorrectly set, leading to confusion about what constitutes the "past."
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the forecast dates, either manually or through a data upload.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust the Forecast Horizon:
  
  Review the forecast settings and ensure that the "to-date" of the forecast horizon is set to a future date. The forecast horizon should always be in the future relative to the current date.
  
  
  
  Check System Date:
  
  Verify that the system date is correctly set. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted by your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  If the forecast was uploaded or entered through a batch process, check the data for any errors in the date fields. Correct any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/FCST to access the forecast management screen and make necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting forecast horizons in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Forecast Horizon: The forecast horizon defines the time frame for which forecasts are generated. It typically consists of a start date and an end date.
  APO Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for forecasting in SAP APO are correctly set up to avoid similar issues in the future.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify forecasts in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.