How To Fix /RPM/PLANNING033 - No database update (test mode)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /RPM/PLANNING -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: No database update (test mode)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /RPM/PLANNING033 - No database update (test mode) ?

  The SAP error message /RPM/PLANNING033 No database update (test mode) typically occurs in the context of SAP's Resource and Portfolio Management (RPM) module when a user is trying to execute a planning transaction in test mode. This message indicates that the system is set to test mode, which means that no actual changes will be made to the database.
  Cause:
  
  Test Mode Activation: The system is configured to run in test mode, which is often used for validation purposes. In this mode, the system simulates the execution of a transaction without making any changes to the database.
  User Settings: The user may have inadvertently set the transaction to run in test mode.
  Configuration Settings: The system or transaction may be configured to run in test mode by default.
  
  Solution:
  
  Switch to Production Mode: If you intend to make actual changes to the database, you need to switch from test mode to production mode. This can usually be done by changing a setting in the transaction or by using a specific parameter.
  Check User Settings: Review the user settings or transaction parameters to ensure that the test mode is not enabled.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction you are using to understand how to toggle between test and production modes.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unsure how to proceed or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to planning in the RPM module.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Testing Procedures: Understand the implications of running transactions in test mode versus production mode, especially in a live environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP.