How To Fix APO_BAPI211 - Time &1 &3 is not permitted and has been changed to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Time &1 &3 is not permitted and has been changed to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI211 - Time &1 &3 is not permitted and has been changed to &2 ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI211 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the time settings for a particular operation or activity. The message indicates that the time specified (denoted as &1 and &3) is not permitted, and as a result, it has been changed to a different value (denoted as &2).
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Time Entry: The time specified for the operation may fall outside of the allowed range defined in the system settings. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrectly configured time intervals.
  Time entries that do not comply with business rules or constraints.
  Overlapping time periods for operations.
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the resources, such as:
  
  Incorrectly defined working times for resources.
  Resource availability not matching the requested time.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the APO system may not allow the specified time due to:
  
  Settings in the planning book or data view.
  Constraints defined in the planning process.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the time entries for the operation or activity to ensure they are within the allowed range. Adjust the time as necessary.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Verify the master data for the resources involved:
  
  Check the working times and availability of resources.
  Ensure that the resource definitions are correct and up to date.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review: Examine the configuration settings in the APO system:
  
  Look into the planning book settings and ensure that they are correctly set up to allow the specified time.
  Check for any constraints or rules that may be affecting the time entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the error message and its implications.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/RES01 (for resource planning) to review and adjust settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the APO_BAPI211 error and implement a suitable solution.