How To Fix MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT010 - Planning scope creation failed for matl &1, plnt &2, usage &3, altern. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT - Message class for Engineering Snapshots

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Planning scope creation failed for matl &1, plnt &2, usage &3, altern. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT010 - Planning scope creation failed for matl &1, plnt &2, usage &3, altern. &4 ?

  The SAP error message MPE_PLAN_ENG_SNPSHT010 indicates that there was a failure in creating a planning scope for a specific material, plant, usage, and alternative. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module or similar planning functionalities.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the material, plant, or alternative.
  Configuration Issues: The planning area or planning scope may not be correctly configured, leading to issues when trying to create a planning scope.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning scopes.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database problems or system performance issues.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters provided for the planning scope creation may be incorrect or not aligned with the expected values.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the material, plant, and alternative specified in the error message exist and are correctly configured in the system. Ensure that all necessary master data is complete and accurate.
  Review Planning Area Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning area and planning scope. Ensure that all settings are correct and that the planning scope is properly defined.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning scopes. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Analyze Logs: Look at the application logs or system logs for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context about the failure.
  Consult SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on similar issues.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for assistance. They may need to investigate system performance or database issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning area) to check configurations.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to planning scope creation and APO configuration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.