How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP259 - Transferred time contains more than 999 periods

/SAPAPO/ATP259 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP -

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Transferred time contains more than 999 periods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP259 - Transferred time contains more than 999 periods ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP259 indicates that the transferred time for a certain operation or process exceeds the maximum limit of 999 periods. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with time-based data, such as in the context of Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks or planning scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Time Periods: The primary cause of this error is that the system is trying to process a time frame that includes more than 999 periods. This could happen if the planning horizon is set too wide or if there are too many time buckets defined in the planning settings.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the planning settings or master data can lead to the system attempting to process an excessive number of periods.
  Data Input Errors: Sometimes, the error can be triggered by incorrect data inputs or settings in the transaction or planning run.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust Planning Horizon: Review and adjust