How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON055 - Planning version earmarked for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Planning version earmarked for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON055 - Planning version earmarked for deletion ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON055 indicates that the planning version you are trying to use is earmarked for deletion. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a planning version has been marked for deletion but has not yet been fully removed from the system.
  Cause:
  
  Earmarked for Deletion: The planning version has been flagged for deletion in the system, which means it is no longer active or usable for planning purposes.
  Data Integrity: The system may prevent the use of this version to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in planning processes.
  User Actions: A user or administrator may have intentionally marked the version for deletion as part of a data cleanup or version management process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Version Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/VER (or the relevant transaction for managing planning versions) to check the status of the planning version.
  Confirm if the version is indeed earmarked for deletion.
  
  
  
  Remove Earmark for Deletion:
  
  If the planning version is still needed, you can remove the earmark for deletion. This can typically be done by editing the planning version settings and unchecking the deletion flag.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to planning versions.
  
  
  
  Delete the Planning Version:
  
  If the planning version is no longer needed, you can proceed with the deletion process. This usually involves confirming the deletion in the relevant transaction.
  Make sure to back up any necessary data before deletion, as this action is often irreversible.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to managing planning versions in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing the earmark or deleting the version, or if you encounter further issues, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Versions: In SAP APO, planning versions are used to manage different scenarios and versions of planning data. They allow users to simulate different planning scenarios without affecting the live data.
  Data Management: Regular maintenance of planning versions is essential to ensure optimal performance and data integrity within the APO system.
  User Roles: Ensure that users who manage planning versions have the appropriate roles and authorizations to prevent unauthorized changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/AMON055 and manage your planning versions effectively.