How To Fix /SAPAPO/DP_PPM_GEN023 - PPM &1 is new and does not exist in any model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DP_PPM_GEN -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: PPM &1 is new and does not exist in any model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_PPM_GEN023 - PPM &1 is new and does not exist in any model ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DP_PPM_GEN023 indicates that a Product Planning Model (PPM) is new and does not exist in any of the models defined in the system. This typically occurs in the context of Demand Planning (DP) within SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO).
  Cause:
  
  New PPM Creation: The PPM you are trying to use has been created recently and has not yet been assigned to any planning model.
  Model Assignment: The PPM may not be assigned to the relevant planning model in the system.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the PPM from being recognized in the model.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Assign PPM to a Model:
  
  Go to the Demand Planning workbench.
  Check the planning models you have set up.
  Assign the new PPM to the appropriate planning model.
  
  
  
  Check Model Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning model is correctly configured to include the new PPM.
  Verify that the PPM is included in the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the Demand Planning area to ensure that all data is correctly set up.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP to access the Demand Planning workbench and check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Modify PPM:
  
  If the PPM was created incorrectly, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct settings.
  Ensure that all necessary attributes and settings are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on managing PPMs and planning models.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP for Demand Planning and /SAPAPO/PPM for managing PPMs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create and assign PPMs within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.