How To Fix FTI_LDB_MESSAGE073 - Cannot select scenario and shift simultaneously

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FTI_LDB_MESSAGE - Messages for TR OLTP Reporting Using Logical Databases

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Cannot select scenario and shift simultaneously

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE073 - Cannot select scenario and shift simultaneously ?

  The SAP error message FTI_LDB_MESSAGE073 ("Cannot select scenario and shift simultaneously") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Forecasting and Replenishment (F&R) module or similar applications where planning scenarios and shifts are involved. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the selection criteria when trying to execute a report or transaction that requires either a scenario or a shift, but not both at the same time.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to select both a planning scenario and a specific shift in the same operation. In SAP, a scenario usually refers to a specific planning context (like a forecast model), while a shift refers to a specific time period (like a day or week). The system does not allow both to be selected simultaneously because it can lead to ambiguity in the data being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review Your Selection Criteria: Check the input fields