How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES866 - Date specifications faulty (Save operation terminated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 866

• Message text: Date specifications faulty (Save operation terminated)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES866 - Date specifications faulty (Save operation terminated) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES866 indicates that there is an issue with the date specifications in the context of a demand management or resource planning operation in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically occurs when the date ranges specified for a planning operation are invalid or inconsistent.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The start date may be later than the end date, or the dates may not fall within the allowed planning horizon.
  Missing Dates: Required date fields may be left blank or not properly filled in.
  Inconsistent Data: The dates specified may not align with the data in the system, such as production calendars or resource availability.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the settings related to the specific planning object.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the date fields in the transaction or planning function where the error occurred. Ensure that the start date is before the end date and that both dates are valid.
  Validate Planning Horizon: Ensure that the dates fall within the defined planning horizon for the relevant planning area.
  Review Resource Availability: Check the availability of resources and ensure that the dates align with the resource calendar.
  Correct Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, consult with your SAP APO administrator to review the settings for the planning area and ensure they are correctly set up.
  Test with Different Dates: If possible, try using different date ranges to see if the error persists, which can help isolate the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may encounter this error while using transaction codes related to demand management, such as /SAPAPO/DM or /SAPAPO/RES.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on date specifications and planning operations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/DMRES866 error message.