How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA175 - Planning horizon smaller than forecast horizon, data transfer not poss.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 175

• Message text: Planning horizon smaller than forecast horizon, data transfer not poss.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA175 - Planning horizon smaller than forecast horizon, data transfer not poss. ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA175 Planning horizon smaller than forecast horizon, data transfer not possible typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a mismatch between the planning horizon and the forecast horizon settings. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Planning Horizon Configuration: The planning horizon defined in the system is shorter than the forecast horizon. This means that the system is trying to transfer forecast data that extends beyond the defined planning horizon, which is not allowed.
  Master Data Settings: The master data for the product or location may have incorrect settings that define the planning and forecast horizons.
  Data Transfer Settings: The settings for data transfer between different components of SAP (like between SAP APO and SAP ECC) may not be aligned, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Adjust Planning Horizon:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the planning area in SAP APO.
  Increase the planning horizon to be equal to or greater than the forecast horizon. This can typically be done in the planning area settings under the Planning Horizon section.
  
  
  
  Check Forecast Horizon:
  
  Review the forecast settings in the forecasting application. Ensure that the forecast horizon is set correctly and is not extending beyond what is necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the relevant product or location. Ensure that the planning and forecast horizons are correctly defined and consistent with each other.
  
  
  
  Data Transfer Settings:
  
  If applicable, review the settings for data transfer between SAP APO and SAP ECC. Ensure that the configurations are aligned and that the data being transferred does not exceed the defined planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not occur again. Monitor the data transfer process to confirm that it is functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning area settings) or /SAPAPO/MC94 (for forecast settings) to access the relevant configuration areas.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring planning and forecast horizons in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By ensuring that the planning horizon is appropriately set in relation to the forecast horizon, you should be able to resolve the error and facilitate successful data transfers in SAP APO.