How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG222 - Value of processing horizon is not numerical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Value of processing horizon is not numerical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG222 - Value of processing horizon is not numerical ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG222 Value of processing horizon is not numerical typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system encounters a non-numeric value in a field that is expected to contain a numeric value. This error is often related to the configuration of the planning horizon in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The processing horizon may have been set incorrectly in the configuration settings, possibly due to a manual entry error or a data import issue.
  Data Type Mismatch: The system may be trying to read a value that is not formatted as a number (e.g., text or special characters).
  User Input Error: If users are allowed to input values directly, they may have entered a non-numeric value by mistake.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP APO where the processing horizon is defined.
  Ensure that the processing horizon is set to a valid numeric value. This can typically be found in the settings for the planning area or the specific planning book.
  
  
  
  Validate Input Data:
  
  If the processing horizon is being set through a data import or user input, check the source data for any non-numeric entries.
  Ensure that all values in the relevant fields are numeric and do not contain any special characters or spaces.
  
  
  
  Review User Inputs:
  
  If users are entering values manually, provide guidelines or validation checks to ensure that only numeric values are accepted.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to trace where the non-numeric value is being introduced. This can help identify the specific transaction or process that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning books or /SAPAPO/MC90 for configuration settings.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/DC_MSG222 error message.