How To Fix MA155 - Select a forecast version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MA - Sales and Operations Planning

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Select a forecast version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MA155 - Select a forecast version ?

  The SAP error message MA155, which states "Select a forecast version," typically occurs in the context of demand planning or forecasting within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a forecast version to be specified for the operation you are trying to perform, but none has been selected.
  Cause:
  
  No Forecast Version Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a forecast version in the relevant transaction or screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of forecast versions in the system, such as missing or inactive versions.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain forecast versions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Forecast Version:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning).
  Look for the field where you can select the forecast version.
  Choose an appropriate forecast version from the list. If you are unsure which version to select, consult with your team or refer to documentation.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the forecast versions are properly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the settings in the SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization) module.
  You can access the configuration settings through the transaction code /SAPAPO/VER to view and manage forecast versions.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the forecast versions. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security team to ensure you have the correct roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are still facing issues, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing forecast versions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Forecast Versions: In SAP, forecast versions are used to manage different scenarios of demand planning. Each version can represent different assumptions or data inputs.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning and /SAPAPO/VER for managing forecast versions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to forecast versions and the MA155 error message.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.