How To Fix /SAPAPO/APOGRID172 - Frog style deactivated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/APOGRID -

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Frog style deactivated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/APOGRID172 - Frog style deactivated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/APOGRID172 Frog style deactivated typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the display settings of the APO grid. The "Frog style" refers to a specific layout or style of displaying data in the APO grid, and when it is deactivated, it can lead to this error message.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The Frog style may have been deactivated in the system configuration settings, either intentionally or due to a system update or change.
  User Preferences: Individual user settings may have been altered, leading to the deactivation of the Frog style for that user.
  System Upgrade: After an upgrade or patch, certain styles or configurations may not be carried over or may need to be reactivated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the APO system and verify if the Frog style is enabled. This can usually be done in the transaction codes related to APO configuration.
  
  
  
  User Settings:
  
  Check the user-specific settings. Users can often customize their views, and it may be necessary to reset or adjust these settings to enable the Frog style again.
  
  
  
  Reactivation:
  
  If the Frog style has been deactivated, you may need to reactivate it. This can typically be done through the relevant configuration transaction or by contacting your system administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to the Frog style.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may have additional insights or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide guidance on the Frog style.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage their display settings in APO, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/APOGRID172 Frog style deactivated error and restore the desired display settings in your SAP APO environment.