How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSSFW040 - Start of the planning horizon: &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSSFW -

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Start of the planning horizon: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSSFW040 - Start of the planning horizon: &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSSFW040 Start of the planning horizon: &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to the planning horizon settings. This error indicates that the start of the planning horizon is not defined correctly or is outside the acceptable range.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Planning Horizon Settings: The planning horizon may not be set up correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect configuration in the APO settings.
  Date Format Issues: The date format used in the planning horizon settings may not be compatible with the expected format in SAP.
  System Date Issues: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to discrepancies in the planning horizon.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data that affect the planning horizon, such as missing or incorrect data for the relevant planning objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Horizon Configuration:
  
  Go to the APO system and check the configuration for the planning horizon. Ensure that the start and end dates are set correctly.
  Navigate to the relevant planning area and verify the settings for the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Verify Date Formats:
  
  Ensure that the date formats used in the planning horizon settings are consistent with the system's expected formats.
  
  
  
  Check System Date:
  
  Verify that the system date is set correctly. If the system date is incorrect, it may lead to issues with the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the planning area and ensure that all necessary data is present and correct. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect the planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to planning horizon settings in APO for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning area) to check and modify the planning horizon settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  APO Configuration Guides: Review configuration guides for SAP APO to ensure that all settings related to the planning horizon are correctly implemented.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the planning horizon in SAP APO.