How To Fix /ATL/GENERAL249 - You can choose vendors only in a simulation run.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/GENERAL -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: You can choose vendors only in a simulation run.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL249 - You can choose vendors only in a simulation run. ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/GENERAL249 indicates that you are trying to select vendors in a scenario where the system is set to a simulation mode. This typically occurs in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or similar planning scenarios where certain actions are restricted to simulation runs.
  Cause:
  
  Simulation Mode: The system is currently in a simulation mode, which is designed to allow users to test scenarios without making actual changes to the data. In this mode, certain functionalities, such as vendor selection, may be restricted.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration of the planning run may not allow for vendor selection during simulation.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform vendor selection in the current context.
  
  Solution:
  
  Switch to Production Mode: If you need to perform actual vendor selection, ensure that you are running the process in production mode rather than simulation mode. This can usually be done by changing the settings in the planning run or transaction you are using.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning run to ensure that vendor selection is allowed in the mode you are operating in. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team.
  User Permissions: Verify that your user account has the necessary permissions to perform vendor selection. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to adjust your permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or module you are using for more detailed guidance on how to resolve this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to planning runs, such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/SC for supply chain planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your vendor selection as needed.