How To Fix /SAPAPO/ADV073 - Macro '&1' is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ADV -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Macro '&1' is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ADV073 - Macro '&1' is inactive ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ADV073 Macro '&1' is inactive typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a macro that is being referenced is not active or has not been properly defined in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Macro: The macro referenced by &1 is not activated in the system. This can happen if the macro was created but not activated, or if it was deactivated after being used.
  Incorrect Macro Name: The macro name might be misspelled or incorrectly referenced in the planning book or data view.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or execute the macro.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the macro itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Macro:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 (Macro Maintenance).
  Search for the macro using the name provided in the error message.
  If the macro is found and is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Macro Name:
  
  Verify that the macro name is correctly referenced in the planning book or data view.
  Ensure there are no typographical errors in the macro name.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the macro.
  Consult with your SAP security team to ensure the user has the appropriate roles assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the planning area and ensure that the macro is correctly set up.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP APO consultant to verify that the macro is properly defined and linked to the planning book.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the macro execution again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on macros in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to macros in your version of SAP APO.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights or similar issues faced by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message regarding the inactive macro in SAP APO.