How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA152 - Incorrect shift entry found and deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 152

• Message text: Incorrect shift entry found and deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA152 - Incorrect shift entry found and deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA152 Incorrect shift entry found and deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the shift entries in the planning data. This error indicates that the system has detected an invalid or incorrect shift entry in the planning data, which it has subsequently deleted to maintain data integrity.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Shift Configuration: The shift configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data entries in the planning book or master data that do not conform to the expected format or values.
  Manual Data Entry Errors: Users may have entered incorrect shift details manually, leading to invalid entries.
  Integration Issues: Problems during data transfer between different systems (e.g., between SAP ERP and SAP APO) can lead to incorrect shift entries.
  Changes in Shift Patterns: If there have been recent changes to shift patterns or schedules, the existing data may not align with the new configurations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Shift Configuration: Review the shift definitions and configurations in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. This can be done in the SAP APO system under the relevant configuration settings.
  Data Validation: Perform a data validation check on the planning book and master data to identify and correct any inconsistencies or errors.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if any recent changes were made to the shift entries or related configurations that could have caused the issue.
  Re-enter Shift Data: If specific shift entries are identified as problematic, consider re-entering them correctly to ensure they conform to the expected format.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP APO you are using for any known issues or patches that may address this error.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) and /SAPAPO/MC90 (for master data) to help diagnose and resolve issues.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.