How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL255 - Time period from &1 to &2 does not correspond to starting periodicity &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Time period from &1 to &2 does not correspond to starting periodicity &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL255 - Time period from &1 to &2 does not correspond to starting periodicity &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL255 indicates that there is a mismatch between the time period specified in your planning or reporting process and the expected periodicity defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules when dealing with planning data.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The time period you are trying to use (from &1 to &2) does not align with the defined periodicity (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) in the system.
  The start and end dates you are using for a planning run or report do not match the expected intervals set in the configuration.
  There may be a configuration issue in the planning book or data view that defines how time periods are structured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Time Periods: Verify the time periods you are trying to use. Ensure that the start date and end date fall within the expected periodicity. For example, if the periodicity is monthly, ensure that both dates are the first and last days of a month.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for your planning book or data view in SAP APO.
  Check the settings for the time series and ensure that the periodicity is correctly defined.
  Make sure that the planning version and the time profile are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Book: If you are using a planning book, ensure that the key figures and their settings are aligned with the time periods you are trying to analyze or plan.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure time periods and periodicity in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, run a test with the corrected time periods to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Seek Help: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning book configuration) or /SAPAPO/MC8A (for time series settings) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.