How To Fix RSPLF343 - Mean percentage error (MPE): &1

RSPLF343 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RSPLF - Planning Framework

• Message number: 343

• Message text: Mean percentage error (MPE): &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RSPLF343 - Mean percentage error (MPE): &1 ?

  The SAP error message RSPLF343, which indicates a "Mean percentage error (MPE): &1," typically arises in the context of SAP's forecasting and planning applications, particularly when using the SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) modules. This error message is related to the evaluation of forecast accuracy, specifically the Mean Percentage Error (MPE) metric.
  
  Cause:
  The MPE is a statistical measure used to assess the accuracy of forecasts. The error message RSPLF343 is triggered when the calculated MPE exceeds acceptable thresholds, indicating that the forecasted values deviate significantly from the actual values. This can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Inaccurate Historical Data: If the historical data used for forecasting is incorrect or inconsistent, it can lead to poor forecast accuracy.
  Modeling Issues: The forecasting model may not be suitable for the data being analyzed, leading to inaccurate predictions.
  Outliers in Data: Extreme values or outliers in the historical data