How To Fix /SAPAPO/INC_MD008 - The criteria you entered do not match any model

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/INC_MD -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: The criteria you entered do not match any model

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/INC_MD008 - The criteria you entered do not match any model ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/INC_MD008 indicates that the criteria you entered do not match any model in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to execute a planning function or transaction that requires a specific model, but the criteria you provided do not correspond to any existing model in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Model Selection: The model you are trying to use may not exist or may not be correctly selected in the planning function.
  Invalid Criteria: The selection criteria you entered (such as location, product, or planning version) do not match any of the existing models in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that prevent the model from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to access the model or data can also lead to this error.
  Model Deletion or Inactivation: The model you are trying to access may have been deleted or inactivated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Model Existence: Check if the model you are trying to use exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MDM for model management) and confirming the model's status.
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you entered to ensure they are correct and correspond to the existing models. Make sure that the product, location, and other parameters are valid.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data (like product master, location master) is correctly maintained and consistent. You may need to run consistency checks or data validation.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the model and the data associated with it. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or planning function you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MDM for model management and /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning book configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message /SAPAPO/INC_MD008 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP APO modeling and planning functions to better understand how to work with models effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.