How To Fix APOC_OC_CONFIG016 - Activation mode must be "Always active".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APOC_OC_CONFIG - Output Control Configuration Messages

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Activation mode must be "Always active".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APOC_OC_CONFIG016 - Activation mode must be "Always active". ?

  The SAP error message APOC_OC_CONFIG016 indicates that the activation mode for a certain configuration in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module must be set to "Always active." This error typically arises when the system is trying to access or utilize a configuration that is not set to the required activation mode.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration Setting: The activation mode for the specific configuration (like a planning area or a key figure) is set to a mode other than "Always active." This could be "Inactive" or "Active for specific periods."
  System Settings: The system may have been configured incorrectly, or there may have been changes made to the configuration that were not properly saved or activated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration in the APO system (e.g., planning area, key figure).
  Verify the activation mode setting. It should be set to "Always active."
  If it is not, change the setting to "Always active" and save the changes.
  
  
  
  Activate the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, ensure that the configuration is activated. This may involve using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning areas or /SAPAPO/OM17 for key figures, depending on what you are working with.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was changed in a development environment, ensure that the changes are transported to the production environment correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, other configurations or settings may depend on the one you are trying to activate. Ensure that all related configurations are also set correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific configuration you are working with for any additional requirements or steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the settings and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for configuration management in APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94, /SAPAPO/OM17, etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the APOC_OC_CONFIG016 error and ensure that your configuration is set to the required activation mode.