How To Fix AFWGO_MESSAGES820 - Snapshot time definition is not maintained for the PH/Node combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWGO_MESSAGES - Messages for Development Class AFWGO

• Message number: 820

• Message text: Snapshot time definition is not maintained for the PH/Node combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AFWGO_MESSAGES820 - Snapshot time definition is not maintained for the PH/Node combination ?

  The SAP error message "AFWGO_MESSAGES820 Snapshot time definition is not maintained for the PH/Node combination" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there is an issue with the configuration of snapshot times for a specific planning hierarchy (PH) and node combination.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error indicates that there is no snapshot time definition maintained for the specified planning hierarchy and node. This means that the system does not know how to handle the time-related data for that specific combination.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the planning area or planning book that are causing the system to not recognize the snapshot time.
  Data Model Issues: If the data model has been changed or not properly set up, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Snapshot Time Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration area in SAP (e.g., transaction /SAPAPO/TSM for time series management).
  Check the settings for the planning hierarchy and node combination that is causing the error.
  Ensure that a snapshot time definition is created and properly assigned to the PH/Node combination.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Area Settings:
  
  Review the planning area settings to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Make sure that the time series settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Data Model:
  
  If there have been recent changes to the data model, ensure that all necessary adjustments have been made to maintain consistency.
  Validate that the planning book and data views are correctly set up to reference the appropriate snapshot times.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring snapshot times in your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM for time series management, /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning book configuration, and /SAPAPO/MC73 for planning area settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning hierarchy and node combinations are correctly configured for snapshot times.