How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA356 - No selections exist for your constraints

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 356

• Message text: No selections exist for your constraints

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA356 - No selections exist for your constraints ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA356 No selections exist for your constraints typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to execute a planning run or a heuristic, and the system cannot find any valid selections based on the constraints defined in your planning environment.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Valid Data: There may be no data available that meets the constraints set in the planning run. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect or overly restrictive selection criteria.
  No relevant master data (e.g., materials, resources) available for the planning run.
  The planning horizon may not include any relevant periods.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the planning area or the planning book may not be set up correctly, leading to no valid selections.
  
  
  Data Locking: If the data is locked by another process or user, it may prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  
  
  Incorrect Heuristic or Planning Strategy: The heuristic or planning strategy being used may not be appropriate for the data set or constraints defined.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Check the selection criteria you are using for the planning run. Ensure that they are not too restrictive and that they match the available data.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the necessary master data (materials, resources, etc.) is available and correctly maintained in the system.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Horizon: Ensure that the planning horizon you are working with includes relevant time periods that have data.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration of the planning area and planning book to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the key figures, characteristics, and any filters applied.
  
  
  Data Locking: Check if there are any locks on the data that might be preventing access. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Change Heuristic/Strategy: If you are using a specific heuristic or planning strategy, consider changing it to see if it resolves the issue.
  
  
  Run a Test: If possible, run a test with a simplified set of constraints or a smaller data set to identify if the issue persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book maintenance) and /SAPAPO/MC94 (for planning area maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for Advanced Planning and Optimization to understand the configuration and setup better.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.