How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA228 - No time series were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 228

• Message text: No time series were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA228 - No time series were deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA228 No time series were deleted typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when attempting to delete time series data. This error indicates that the system did not find any time series data that matched the criteria for deletion, hence no records were deleted.
  Causes:
  
  No Matching Time Series: The most common cause is that there are no time series records that meet the specified selection criteria for deletion.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters or filters used to identify the time series for deletion may be incorrect or too restrictive.
  Data Already Deleted: The time series data may have already been deleted in a previous operation, leading to no records being available for deletion.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations to delete the time series data can also lead to this message, although it typically results in a different error message.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used for the deletion process. Ensure that they are correctly defined and that they should indeed match existing time series data.
  Verify Existing Data: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TS or relevant reports to check if the time series data you are trying to delete actually exists.
  Adjust Filters: If the filters are too restrictive, consider broadening them to include more time series data.
  Review Deletion Logs: If you suspect that the data has already been deleted, check the logs or history of deletion operations to confirm.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations in the APO system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/TS for time series management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on time series management and deletion processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to time series deletion.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.