How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA202 - Planning version & cannot be deleted yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Planning version & cannot be deleted yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA202 - Planning version & cannot be deleted yet ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA202 Planning version & cannot be deleted yet typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to delete a planning version that is still in use or has dependencies that prevent its deletion.
  Cause:
  
  
  Active Dependencies: The planning version you are trying to delete may have active dependencies, such as:
  
  Open or active planning runs.
  Active data or transactions that reference the planning version.
  Forecasts or planning data that are still being used.
  
  
  
  Locking Mechanisms: The planning version might be locked by another user or process, preventing its deletion.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may prevent the deletion of planning versions that are still linked to specific processes or data.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies:
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/VER to check if there are any active dependencies for the planning version you want to delete.
  Look for any open planning runs, forecasts, or other processes that might be using the version.
  
  
  
  Deactivate or Complete Processes:
  
  If there are active processes, either complete them or deactivate them if they are no longer needed.
  Ensure that all planning runs and forecasts associated with the version are finished.
  
  
  
  Remove Locks:
  
  Check if the planning version is locked by another user or process. You can use transaction SM12 to view and delete any locks if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction:
  
  Ensure you are using the correct transaction for deleting planning versions. The typical transaction for managing planning versions is /SAPAPO/VER.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to planning version management for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/VER: Manage planning versions.
  SM12: Display and manage locks.
  SM37: Check job logs for any background jobs that might be using the planning version.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address specific issues related to planning version deletion.
  
  
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on planning version management in SAP APO.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to delete the planning version successfully.