How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT804 - Not necessary to enter a planner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 804

• Message text: Not necessary to enter a planner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT804 - Not necessary to enter a planner ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT804 indicates that it is not necessary to enter a planner for a specific planning scenario in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This message typically arises in the context of planning activities where a planner is not required or relevant for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured in such a way that a planner is not needed for certain planning scenarios or materials.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may be set up to allow for planning without a specific planner assigned.
  User Input: The user may have inadvertently tried to enter a planner in a context where it is not applicable.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that the requirement for a planner is set according to your business needs.
  Check Planning Area: Verify the settings of the planning area in transaction /SAPAPO/MC90 to see if planners are required for the specific planning scenario you are working with.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on when it is necessary to enter a planner and when it is not, to avoid confusion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the planning area and planner requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (to maintain planning areas) and /SAPAPO/MC94 (to maintain planning books).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for shared experiences and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same error.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further investigation.