How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG034 - Operator &1 not intended

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Operator &1 not intended

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG034 - Operator &1 not intended ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG034 Operator &1 not intended typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the operator being used in a planning or scheduling process. This error indicates that the specified operator (denoted by &1) is not valid or not intended for the operation being performed.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Operator: The operator specified in the planning run or in the master data is not recognized by the system.
  Configuration Issues: The operator may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant resources or planning books.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries for the operator in the relevant tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified operator.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Operator Configuration:
  
  Verify that the operator is correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the relevant configuration settings for the APO system.
  Ensure that the operator is assigned to the correct resources and that it is intended for the specific planning scenario.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the operator in question. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  If the operator is part of a resource, ensure that the resource is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Update Planning Books:
  
  If the operator is used in a planning book, ensure that the planning book is correctly set up and that the operator is included in the relevant key figures.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the planning run has the necessary authorizations to use the specified operator. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book maintenance) or /SAPAPO/RES01 (for resource maintenance) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.