How To Fix APO_BAPI073 - Planning version &1 cannot be used. Specify valid value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Planning version &1 cannot be used. Specify valid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI073 - Planning version &1 cannot be used. Specify valid value ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI073 indicates that the planning version specified in your request is not valid or cannot be used in the context of the operation you are trying to perform. This error typically occurs in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when working with planning versions in various transactions or BAPIs (Business Application Programming Interfaces).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Planning Version: The planning version you are trying to use may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Inactive Planning Version: The planning version might be inactive or not set up correctly in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning version.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the planning version from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Version: Verify that the planning version you are using is valid. You can do this by navigating to the planning version configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: /SAPAPO/VER).
  Activate Planning Version: If the planning version is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the planning version maintenance screen.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the planning version. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Use a Different Version: If the specified planning version is not required, consider using a different, valid planning version that is active and accessible.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the planning version you are trying to use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/VER for planning version maintenance and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning versions and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to planning versions and the APO module.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.