How To Fix MQ018 - Runtime forecast/changeover indicator not defined for active package &

MQ018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MQ - Messages for Euro Changeover Package

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Runtime forecast/changeover indicator not defined for active package &

What causes this issue?

You have not yet defined whether you actually want to carry out the
changeover with this package or merely want to create a runtime
forecast.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the indicator as to whether it is a runtime forecast package or a
changeover package.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MQ018 - Details

• The SAP error message "MQ018 Runtime forecast/changeover indicator not defined for active package" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with planning books and data packages. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined forecast or changeover indicator for the active package you are trying to use.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The error usually arises when the forecast/changeover indicator has not been defined for the specific planning package you are working with.
  Incorrect Package Settings: The active package may not be properly configured to include the necessary indicators.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or the setup of the planning book that is being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the MQ018 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Package Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning book configuration in SAP APO.
  Verify that the active package you are using has the forecast/changeover indicator defined.
  If it