How many different time levels can be selected within one planning view?

The correct choice is based on the structure of time levels within SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) and how they are utilized in planning views.

In IBP, a planning view can only utilize the base time levels defined in the planning area. Base time levels are fundamental building blocks derived from the time profile, which dictate how time is organized for planning purposes. These levels serve as the foundational reference points for analysis, reporting, and forecasting within the selected planning view.

Selecting only base time levels ensures consistency and alignment with the overall planning methodology established within the planning area, allowing users to accurately model and forecast data based on structured time intervals. The creation of a planning view that is tied to these base levels enables seamless integration with the key figures that are utilized for planning calculations, thus allowing for coherent data analysis and effective decision-making.

While there may be flexibility in how additional custom-defined time levels are created in IBP, those are not part of the foundational rules for planning views, which restricts options to only the base time levels for accurate planning continuity. The importance of adhering to this restriction is vital for maintaining the integrity of planning processes and data usability in SAP IBP contexts.