How To Fix /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG211 - Data has been changed. You must recalculate before any operation!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG -

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Data has been changed. You must recalculate before any operation!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG211 - Data has been changed. You must recalculate before any operation! ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG211 indicates that the data in the system has been modified, and as a result, you need to recalculate the data before proceeding with any further operations. This error is commonly encountered in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly in the context of the Capacity Planning or Demand Planning modules.
  Cause:
  
  Data Changes: The underlying data (such as demand, supply, or capacity) has been altered since the last calculation was performed. This could be due to manual changes, data uploads, or changes in master data.
  Inconsistent Data State: The system detects that the current state of the data is inconsistent with the calculations that were previously performed.
  User Actions: Users may have made changes to planning objects, which necessitates a recalculation to ensure that all dependent calculations are up to date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Recalculate: The primary solution is to perform a recalculation of the relevant planning data. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Navigate to the relevant planning area or transaction where the error occurred.
  Look for options to recalculate or reprocess the data. This may involve running a specific planning function or using the "Recalculate" button if available.
  Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly before executing the recalculation.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Changes: Review any recent changes made to the data that could have triggered this error. This includes checking for:
  
  Changes in demand or supply data.
  Updates to master data (e.g., material master, resource master).
  Any recent uploads or data imports.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check: After recalculating, perform a consistency check to ensure that all data is aligned and that there are no further discrepancies.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training to users on how to manage data changes and the importance of recalculating after modifications.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book maintenance or /SAPAPO/CFM for capacity planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for APO to understand the implications of data changes and the recalculation process.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning data is accurate and up to date.