How To Fix /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS420 - MAD upper limit exceeded


/SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS420 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS -

  • Message number: 420

  • Message text: MAD upper limit exceeded

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS420 - MAD upper limit exceeded ?
    The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AMON_ALERTS420 MAD upper limit exceeded is related to the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module in SAP. This error typically indicates that the Mean Absolute Deviation (MAD) for a particular planning object has exceeded a predefined upper limit. The MAD is a measure of forecast accuracy, and exceeding the limit suggests that the forecast is not performing well.
    
    Cause: Poor Forecasting Model: The forecasting model used may not be suitable for the data, leading to inaccurate forecasts. Data Quality Issues: Inaccurate or incomplete historical data can lead to poor forecasting results. Seasonality or Trends: If the data has strong seasonal patterns or trends that are not accounted for in the forecasting model, it can lead to high MAD values. Parameter Settings: The upper limit for MAD may be set too low for the specific context of the planning object.
    Solution: Review Forecasting Model: Analyze the forecasting model being used and consider switching to

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