How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS002 - SIMULATION MODE. No Changes Made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: SIMULATION MODE. No Changes Made

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS002 - SIMULATION MODE. No Changes Made ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS002 indicates that the system is in "simulation mode," which means that no actual changes are being made to the data during the planning or deployment process. This is a common scenario in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when users want to test or simulate their planning scenarios without affecting the live data.
  Cause:
  
  Simulation Mode Activated: The system is set to run in simulation mode, which is often used for testing purposes. This mode allows users to analyze the impact of changes without committing them to the database.
  User Settings: The user may have inadvertently set the planning run to simulation mode.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration of the planning run or deployment process may have been set to simulate mode by default.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Run Settings: 
  
  When executing a planning run or deployment, ensure that the option for "simulation mode" is not selected. Look for a checkbox or option that indicates "Run in Simulation Mode" and uncheck it.
  
  
  
  Review User Parameters:
  
  Check if there are any user-specific settings that default to simulation mode. This can often be found in user profiles or transaction settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the relevant SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or process you are working with to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Test in a Non-Simulation Environment:
  
  If you are testing changes, consider using a non-production environment where you can safely make changes without affecting live data.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this behavior is unexpected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/SC for supply chain planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the implications of simulation mode and how to properly execute planning runs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue and proceed with your planning activities in SAP APO.