How To Fix /SAPAPO/EOGL116 - Length calculation parameters are only saved in active planning versions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/EOGL -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Length calculation parameters are only saved in active planning versions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/EOGL116 - Length calculation parameters are only saved in active planning versions ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/EOGL116 Length calculation parameters are only saved in active planning versions typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to save or modify length calculation parameters in a planning version that is not active. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Planning Version: The error indicates that you are attempting to save length calculation parameters in a planning version that is not currently active. In SAP APO, only active planning versions can store certain configuration settings, including length calculation parameters.
  Version Management: SAP APO uses version management to allow users to create different planning scenarios. Only the active version is allowed to hold certain settings to ensure consistency in planning.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Planning Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/VER (or use the relevant menu path) to manage planning versions.
  Check the status of the planning version you are working with. If it is inactive, you will need to activate it.
  Select the planning version and activate it. This will allow you to save the length calculation parameters.
  
  
  
  Use an Active Planning Version:
  
  If you do not want to activate the current version, consider switching to an already active planning version where you can save the parameters.
  Ensure that any changes you make are done in the context of an active version.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to activate planning versions and modify parameters.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Versions in SAP APO: Understanding how planning versions work in SAP APO is crucial. Each version can represent different planning scenarios, and only one version can be active at a time.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/VER for version management and /SAPAPO/MC for master data management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning versions and length calculation parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully save your length calculation parameters in the appropriate planning version.