How To Fix /SAPAPO/DM_VERS_MGMT049 - Planning version & could not be deleted from APO database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DM_VERS_MGMT -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Planning version & could not be deleted from APO database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_VERS_MGMT049 - Planning version & could not be deleted from APO database ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_VERS_MGMT049 indicates that a planning version in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) could not be deleted from the APO database. This error typically arises due to various reasons related to the planning version's status, dependencies, or configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Active Dependencies: The planning version may have active dependencies, such as open planning runs, active data, or other objects that reference the version.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to delete the planning version may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the deletion.
  System Configuration: There may be system settings or configurations that prevent the deletion of certain planning versions.
  Data Integrity Constraints: The planning version may be linked to other data objects that enforce data integrity constraints, preventing deletion.
  Version Status: The planning version might be in a status that does not allow deletion (e.g., it could be marked as "active" or "locked").
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Dependencies: Review any dependencies associated with the planning version. Ensure that there are no active planning runs or other objects that reference the version. You may need to complete or delete these dependencies first.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to delete planning versions. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Change Version Status: If the planning version is in a status that prevents deletion, consider changing its status to "inactive" or "archived" if applicable.
  Use Transaction Code: Use transaction code /SAPAPO/DM_VERSION to manage planning versions. This transaction allows you to view and manage the status of planning versions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to version management in APO for any specific guidelines or restrictions on deleting planning versions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or specific configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DM_VERSION for managing planning versions and /SAPAPO/DM_VERSION_MAINT for maintenance tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to version management and deletion issues in APO, as they may contain patches or workarounds.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the failure to delete the planning version.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.