How To Fix /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG253 - Periodicity not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG -

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Periodicity not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG253 - Periodicity not supported ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CFM_MSG253 Periodicity not supported typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with the configuration of planning books or when trying to execute certain planning functions that involve periodicity settings.
  
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the periodicity you are trying to use is not supported by the system. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The periodicity settings in the planning book or the data view may not be correctly configured to match the data or the requirements of the planning process.
  Unsupported Time Period: The time period you are trying to use (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) may not be supported for the specific planning function or data set you are working with.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the periodicity.
  Version Issues: The version of SAP APO you are using may have