How To Fix /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL029 - Error converting a selection internally

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL -

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Error converting a selection internally

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL029 - Error converting a selection internally ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL029 ("Error converting a selection internally") typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the selection criteria or data being processed. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection Criteria: The selection criteria specified in the planning book or data view may not be valid or may not correspond to the data available in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the master data or transaction data that the selection is trying to access.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues related to the APO system configuration, such as missing or incorrect settings in the planning area or data views.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data, leading to conversion errors.
  Version Compatibility: If there are discrepancies between the versions of the APO components or if the system is not updated, it may lead to such errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria used in the planning book or data view. Ensure that they are valid and correspond to the available data.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data and transaction data. Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 to check for inconsistencies.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning area and data views. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that all necessary settings are in place.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. Check the roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  System Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates available that resolve the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for consistency checks, /SAPAPO/MC73 for planning book settings, and /SAPAPO/MC74 for data view settings.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to APO and planning books for more detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL029 error.