How To Fix CS021 - Maintain a planning scenario

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CS - Logistics Customizing

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Maintain a planning scenario

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CS021 - Maintain a planning scenario ?

  The SAP error message CS021, which states "Maintain a planning scenario," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This error indicates that a planning scenario has not been defined or is not properly maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Scenario: The planning scenario that you are trying to use has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning scenario may not be correctly configured or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or maintain planning scenarios.
  System Settings: The system settings may not be properly configured to allow for the use of planning scenarios.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Maintain Planning Scenario:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction code (e.g., /SAPAPO/SCENARIO for APO) to create or maintain planning scenarios.
  Ensure that the planning scenario is properly defined with all necessary parameters.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify that the planning scenario is activated and configured correctly.
  Ensure that all required settings, such as key figures and planning levels, are properly set up.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and maintain planning scenarios.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust user roles.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on how to create and maintain planning scenarios.
  Look for any specific notes or guidelines related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or inconsistencies that may be affecting the planning scenario functionality.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that the system is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SCENARIO for APO or /IBP/SCENARIO for IBP.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error CS021 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on planning scenarios in SAP to better understand their setup and maintenance.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.