How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA371 - Maintain basic settings for planning area &1 first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 371

• Message text: Maintain basic settings for planning area &1 first

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA371 - Maintain basic settings for planning area &1 first ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA371 indicates that you need to maintain the basic settings for a planning area before you can proceed with certain operations in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when you attempt to perform actions related to a planning area that has not been fully configured.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the planning area specified (denoted by &1 in the message) lacks essential basic settings. These settings are crucial for the planning area to function correctly and include parameters such as:
  
  Time profile
  Key figures
  Planning levels
  Data sources
  Other configuration settings
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the basic settings for the specified planning area. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access the Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the APO menu: SAP APO -> Master Data -> Planning Area -> Maintain Planning Area.
  
  
  
  Select the Planning Area:
  
  Enter the planning area ID that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Maintain Basic Settings:
  
  Ensure that you have defined the following:
  
  Time Profile: Define the time periods for planning.
  Key Figures: Specify the key figures that will be used in the planning area.
  Planning Levels: Set up the levels at which planning will occur.
  Data Sources: Configure the sources from which data will be pulled.
  
  
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the basic settings are maintained, try to perform the operation that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for maintaining planning areas) or /SAPAPO/MC67 (for maintaining key figures) to access the relevant configuration screens directly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring planning areas and understanding the implications of each setting.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to planning area settings.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further assistance.