How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT817 - Assignment of stand. planner not possible (User has all planning rights)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 817

• Message text: Assignment of stand. planner not possible (User has all planning rights)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT817 - Assignment of stand. planner not possible (User has all planning rights) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT817 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a standard planner in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when a user attempts to assign a planner to a material or planning object, but the system cannot complete the assignment for some reason, even if the user has the necessary planning rights.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Missing Authorization: Even if the user has planning rights, there may be specific authorizations related to the planner assignment that are missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planner or the planning area may not be set up correctly.
  Material Status: The material may be in a status that does not allow for planner assignment (e.g., blocked or inactive).
  Planning Area Issues: The planning area may not be correctly defined or may not include the material in question.
  User Profile Issues: The user profile may not be correctly linked to the planner or may not have the necessary roles assigned.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations for the specific planner assignment. Use transaction code SU53 to check for authorization issues after the error occurs.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planner and the planning area. Ensure that the planner is correctly assigned to the relevant planning area and that the settings are appropriate.
  Material Status Check: Ensure that the material is active and not blocked. You can check the material status in the material master data.
  Planning Area Verification: Confirm that the planning area includes the material and that the settings are correct. You can use transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 to check the planning area settings.
  User Profile Review: Ensure that the user profile is correctly set up and that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to perform the assignment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and /SAPAPO/MC62 (Planning Area).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.