How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET064 - Selected date lies outside the history horizon defined in fcst. profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Selected date lies outside the history horizon defined in fcst. profile

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET064 - Selected date lies outside the history horizon defined in fcst. profile ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET064 Selected date lies outside the history horizon defined in fcst. profile typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to access or analyze forecast data that is outside the defined history horizon for a specific forecasting profile.
  Cause:
  
  History Horizon Definition: Each forecasting profile in SAP APO has a defined history horizon, which specifies the time period for which historical data is available and can be used for forecasting. If you attempt to analyze or forecast data for a date that falls outside this defined horizon, you will encounter this error.
  Data Availability: The error may also occur if there is insufficient historical data available for the selected date, meaning that the system cannot generate a forecast based on the available data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Forecast Profile Settings:
  
  Go to the forecasting profile settings in SAP APO and check the defined history horizon. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/FCST_PROFILE) and reviewing the settings.
  If necessary, adjust the history horizon to include the date you are trying to analyze or forecast.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Date:
  
  If changing the history horizon is not feasible, consider selecting a different date that falls within the defined history horizon.
  
  
  
  Review Historical Data:
  
  Ensure that there is sufficient historical data available for the selected date. If historical data is missing, you may need to load or generate the necessary data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring forecasting profiles and understanding history horizons.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Forecasting Profiles: These profiles define how forecasts are generated, including parameters like history horizon, forecast methods, and other settings.
  Data Loading: Ensure that historical data is properly loaded into the system, as missing data can lead to forecasting issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to forecasting in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully work with your forecasting data in SAP APO.