How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP_CDOC051 - Start or end date outside planning period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP_CDOC -

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Start or end date outside planning period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_CDOC051 - Start or end date outside planning period ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP_CDOC051 indicates that the start or end date of a planning object (such as a production order, purchase order, or any other planning-related document) falls outside the defined planning period in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when trying to create or modify a planning document that has dates not aligned with the planning horizon set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Planning Period Configuration: The planning period may not be set correctly in the APO system. This could be due to changes in the planning calendar or settings that have not been updated.
  Document Dates: The dates specified in the planning document (start or end dates) are outside the range defined by the planning period.
  Master Data Issues: The master data (like product, location, etc.) may have incorrect or outdated information that does not align with the current planning period.
  Time Series Data: If the time series data for the product is not available for the specified dates, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Period Settings:
  
  Go to the APO system and check the planning period settings. Ensure that the planning horizon is set correctly and encompasses the dates you are trying to use.
  You can check this in the configuration settings under APO > Global Settings > Planning > Define Planning Period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Document Dates:
  
  Review the start and end dates of the planning document you are trying to create or modify. Ensure that they fall within the defined planning period.
  If necessary, adjust the dates to fit within the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Update Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data related to the planning object is up to date. This includes checking the validity periods of products, locations, and any other relevant master data.
  Make any necessary updates to ensure that the master data aligns with the current planning period.
  
  
  
  Review Time Series Data:
  
  Check if the time series data for the product is available for the specified dates. If not, you may need to extend the time series data or adjust the planning document accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing planning periods and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/RRP3 (Product View) or /SAPAPO/RRP4 (Order View) to analyze the planning documents and their dates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, ensure that it does not interfere with the planning period checks.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/RRP_CDOC051 and ensure that your planning documents are correctly aligned with the defined planning period.