How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA146 - The InfoCube data has not been written to the time series

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 146

• Message text: The InfoCube data has not been written to the time series

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA146 - The InfoCube data has not been written to the time series ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA146 indicates that the InfoCube data has not been written to the time series in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during the process of data transfer or during planning runs when the system is unable to update the time series data correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being transferred to the InfoCube, such as missing or incorrect key figures.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the InfoCube or the time series may not be set up correctly.
  Locking Issues: The InfoCube or the time series may be locked by another process, preventing data from being written.
  Data Transfer Errors: Errors during the data transfer process, such as network issues or system performance problems, can lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to write data to the InfoCube.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the data being transferred to ensure that all required key figures and attributes are present and correctly formatted.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the InfoCube and the time series. Ensure that they are correctly set up to allow data writing.
  Check Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the InfoCube or time series. If locks are found, determine the cause and resolve it.
  Monitor Data Transfer: Check the logs for the data transfer process to identify any errors or warnings that may indicate what went wrong.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the data writing operation. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Re-run the Process: After addressing any identified issues, re-run the planning run or data transfer process to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench), SM37 (Job Monitoring), and ST22 (Dump Analysis) for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for best practices on data transfer and InfoCube management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.