How To Fix /SAPAPO/ADV215 - Macro uses non-permitted keyword '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ADV -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Macro uses non-permitted keyword '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ADV215 - Macro uses non-permitted keyword '&1' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ADV215 Macro uses non-permitted keyword '&1' typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a macro is defined or executed that includes a keyword or parameter that is not allowed or recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Keyword: The macro you are trying to execute contains a keyword that is not permitted in the context of the macro's definition. This could be due to a typo or using a keyword that is not supported in the version of SAP APO you are using.
  Version Compatibility: The macro may be using features or keywords that are not available in the version of SAP APO you are running.
  Syntax Error: There may be a syntax error in the macro definition that leads to the system interpreting a valid keyword as invalid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Macro Definition: Review the macro code to identify the keyword that is causing the issue. Look for any typos or incorrect usage of keywords.
  Refer to Documentation: Consult the SAP APO documentation for the version you are using to ensure that all keywords used in the macro are permitted and correctly implemented.
  Update Macro: If you find that a keyword is indeed not permitted, you will need to modify the macro to remove or replace the invalid keyword with a valid one.
  Test Changes: After making changes to the macro, test it again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on macro usage in your version of SAP APO.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Macro Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the macro programming guidelines and best practices in SAP APO.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.