How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES702 - The target planning version is identical to the source planning version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 702

• Message text: The target planning version is identical to the source planning version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES702 - The target planning version is identical to the source planning version ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES702 indicates that the target planning version is identical to the source planning version during a data transfer or planning process in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when you are trying to copy or transfer data from one planning version to another, but both versions are the same, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Identical Versions: The most straightforward cause is that the source and target planning versions specified in the operation are the same.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning process or in the settings of the data transfer.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly selected the same version for both source and target.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Versions: Verify the planning versions you are using in the operation. Ensure that the source and target versions are different.
  Adjust Configuration: If this error occurs due to a configuration issue, review the settings in the relevant transaction or configuration area to ensure that the correct versions are being used.
  User Training: If user error is a frequent cause, consider providing additional training or documentation to help users understand how to select the correct planning versions.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling in your processes to catch this type of error early and provide informative messages to users.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error in transactions related to planning, such as /SAPAPO/DMRES (for data transfer) or other planning-related transactions.
  Planning Versions: In SAP APO, planning versions are used to manage different scenarios or versions of planning data. Understanding how to create and manage these versions is crucial.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on planning versions and data transfer processes in APO.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.