How To Fix CH183 - No forecast profile required for selected views

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CH - CAD/PP integration messages

• Message number: 183

• Message text: No forecast profile required for selected views

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CH183 - No forecast profile required for selected views ?

  The SAP error message CH183 ("No forecast profile required for selected views") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with demand planning and forecasting.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system is unable to find a forecast profile for the selected planning views. This can happen for several reasons:
  
  Missing Forecast Profile: The forecast profile has not been defined for the specific planning view you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning area or the planning book may not be set up correctly.
  View Selection: The selected view may not be associated with any forecast profile in the system.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data in the planning area that prevent the forecast profile from being applied.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CH183 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Forecast Profile Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration of the planning area and ensure that a forecast profile is assigned to the relevant planning views.
  You can do this in the SAP APO system by navigating to the relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Define a Forecast Profile:
  
  If no forecast profile exists, you will need to create one. This can be done in the SAP APO system under the forecast profile settings.
  Ensure that the profile is correctly configured with the necessary parameters for your forecasting needs.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Book Configuration:
  
  Check the planning book configuration to ensure that the views are correctly set up and linked to the appropriate forecast profiles.
  Make sure that the views you are trying to use are intended for forecasting.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Ensure that the data in the planning area is complete and valid. Missing or incorrect data can lead to issues with forecast profiles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on setting up forecast profiles and planning views.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to run the forecast again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/MC for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to forecast profiles and planning views.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CH183 error and successfully apply the forecast profile to your selected views in SAP.