How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA174 - Data already entered at total level - press ENTER before continuing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Data already entered at total level - press ENTER before continuing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA174 - Data already entered at total level - press ENTER before continuing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA174 Data already entered at total level - press ENTER before continuing typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to enter or modify data in a planning book or data view where total-level data has already been entered. This message indicates that the system has detected existing data at the total level, and it requires the user to acknowledge this before proceeding.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Total-Level Data: The error arises when there is already data entered at the total level for the planning book or data view you are working on.
  User Action: The user may be trying to enter data at a lower level (e.g., product or location level) without first acknowledging the existing total-level data.
  System Requirement: The system requires users to confirm or refresh the view by pressing ENTER to ensure that they are aware of the existing data before making further changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Press ENTER: The immediate solution is to simply press the ENTER key. This action will allow the system to refresh the view and acknowledge the existing total-level data.
  Review Data: After pressing ENTER, review the existing total-level data to ensure it aligns with your intended changes.
  Modify Data: If necessary, make the required changes at the total level or lower levels as appropriate.
  Check for Locks: If the issue persists, check if there are any locks on the data that might be preventing changes. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the data structure or the implications of your changes, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Books: Understanding how planning books work in SAP APO can help in managing data entry effectively.
  Data Levels: Familiarize yourself with the concept of total level vs. detailed level data in SAP APO to avoid similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for entering and modifying data in SAP APO to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue working with your planning data in SAP APO.