How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA372 - The chosen master forecast profile contains no profile for MLR

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 372

• Message text: The chosen master forecast profile contains no profile for MLR

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA372 - The chosen master forecast profile contains no profile for MLR ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA372 indicates that the chosen master forecast profile does not contain a profile for MLR (Multiple Linear Regression). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to use a forecasting method that requires a specific configuration that is not present in the selected master forecast profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The master forecast profile you are using does not have a defined profile for the MLR forecasting method.
  Incorrect Profile Selection: You may have selected a forecast profile that is not intended for the MLR method.
  Profile Deletion or Inactivity: The MLR profile may have been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Forecast Profile:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC94 to check the master forecast profiles.
  Ensure that the profile you are using has a valid MLR configuration.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Profile:
  
  If the MLR profile is missing, you can create a new profile or modify an existing one to include MLR.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/MC93 to create or change the forecast profile.
  Ensure that you define the MLR method in the profile settings.
  
  
  
  Select Appropriate Profile:
  
  If you do not need MLR, consider selecting a different master forecast profile that is compatible with the forecasting methods you intend to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for detailed steps on configuring forecast profiles and methods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the forecasting process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Forecasting Methods: Familiarize yourself with different forecasting methods available in SAP APO, including MLR, and understand their requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify forecast profiles in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/MA372 and successfully configure your forecasting profiles in SAP APO.