How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE230 - Plan &1: Start date for generation period is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE -

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Plan &1: Start date for generation period is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE230 - Plan &1: Start date for generation period is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_GENERATE230 indicates that there is an issue with the planning process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, the error states that the start date for the generation period is in the past, which means that the system is trying to generate a plan for a time frame that has already elapsed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Settings: The start date for the planning generation period has been set to a date that is earlier than the current date.
  Configuration Issues: The planning parameters or settings may not be configured correctly, leading to the generation period being defined incorrectly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of dates may have led to an incorrect start date being specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Planning Parameters:
  
  Go to the planning book or the relevant transaction where the planning parameters are defined.
  Verify the start date for the generation period and ensure it is set to a future date.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Generation Period:
  
  If the generation period is defined in a planning profile, adjust the settings to ensure that the start date is not in the past.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant planning profile in the SAP APO system and modifying the date settings.
  
  
  
  Review the Planning Book:
  
  Open the planning book and check the settings for the specific plan (e.g., Plan &1) to ensure that the dates are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to planning book configuration and generation periods for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Run the Planning Process Again:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, attempt to run the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP (for Demand Planning) or /SAPAPO/PP/DS (for Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling) to access the relevant planning books and profiles.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify planning parameters and settings in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.