How To Fix /SAPAPO/APP_FLAG_RES008 - Product selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/APP_FLAG_RES -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Product selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/APP_FLAG_RES008 - Product selected ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/APP_FLAG_RES008 typically indicates that a product has been selected for a planning application but is not available for the operation you are trying to perform. This error is often encountered in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) within SAP, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios such as demand planning, supply network planning, or production planning.
  Cause:
  
  Product Not Active: The product may not be active in the planning area or may not be included in the relevant planning book.
  Product Status: The product might have a status that prevents it from being used in planning (e.g., discontinued, blocked).
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data for the product, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area may not be configured to include the product or may not have the necessary characteristics defined.
  Time Period Issues: The product may not be available for the selected time period in the planning book.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Product Status: Verify the status of the product in the master data. Ensure that it is active and not blocked or discontinued.
  Review Planning Area: Ensure that the product is included in the relevant planning area and that the planning book is correctly configured to include the product.
  Validate Master Data: Check the master data for the product to ensure that all necessary information is complete and correct.
  Adjust Time Period: Make sure that the time period you are trying to plan for is valid for the selected product.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the planning area and planning book to ensure that they are set up correctly to include the product.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book configuration) or /SAPAPO/MDP1 (for product master data) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Advanced Planning and Optimization for more detailed information on planning areas, planning books, and product master data management.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP APO for further assistance.