How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ121 - A strategy with this number already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ -

• Message number: 121

• Message text: A strategy with this number already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ121 - A strategy with this number already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSCUSTOMIZ121 indicates that you are trying to create or modify a strategy in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, but a strategy with the same number already exists in the system. This is a common issue when working with planning strategies, as each strategy must have a unique identifier.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause of this error is that you are attempting to create a new strategy with a number that is already in use.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the strategy number, leading to an attempt to create a duplicate.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be conflicts with existing strategy numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Strategies: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., /SAPAPO/CDPS1 for displaying strategies) and check if the strategy number you are trying to use already exists.
  If it does exist, you can either modify the existing strategy or choose a different number for the new strategy.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Number: 
  
  If you need to create a new strategy, ensure that you select a unique number that is not already in use.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration: 
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that there were no duplicates created during the transfer.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage strategies in APO.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for managing strategies, such as /SAPAPO/CDPS1 (Display Strategy) and /SAPAPO/CDPS2 (Change Strategy).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify strategies in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your planning strategies in SAP APO.