How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA093 - Specify the first visible column

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Specify the first visible column

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA093 - Specify the first visible column ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA093 Specify the first visible column typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user is trying to access a planning book or a data view that requires a specific configuration for the display of columns. This error indicates that the system is expecting the user to define which column should be the first visible column in the planning book layout.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The planning book or data view has not been properly configured to specify the first visible column.
  User Settings: The user might not have the necessary settings or permissions to view the planning book correctly.
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue with the APO system or the specific planning book being accessed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning book configuration in the SAP APO system.
  Ensure that the first visible column is defined in the layout settings of the planning book.
  You can do this by navigating to the planning book in the SAP GUI and checking the layout settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust User Settings:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, try to adjust your user settings to specify the first visible column.
  You can do this by accessing the user profile settings related to the planning book.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Planning Book:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the planning book or the data view to ensure that all settings are correctly applied.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to planning book configuration for detailed steps on how to set the first visible column.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning book configuration) and /SAPAPO/MC63 (for planning book layout).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to modify planning book settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and configure your planning book appropriately.