How To Fix /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL059 - '&1' is no valid planning area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: '&1' is no valid planning area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL059 - '&1' is no valid planning area ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL059 '&1' is no valid planning area typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a planning area that does not exist or is not properly defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Planning Area: The planning area specified in the transaction or report does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning area may not be configured correctly in the system, or it may have been deleted or renamed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning area.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typographical error in the planning area name or ID being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Planning Area: Check if the planning area exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning area maintenance) and confirming that the planning area is listed.
  Check Configuration: If the planning area exists, ensure that it is properly configured. Review the settings and ensure that all necessary characteristics and key figures are defined.
  Correct Typographical Errors: Double-check the input for any typographical errors in the planning area name or ID.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning area. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  Consult Documentation: If the planning area is part of a specific project or implementation, consult the project documentation to ensure that the planning area is correctly set up.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (Planning Area Maintenance) and /SAPAPO/MC73 (Planning Area Selection).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to planning areas.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Community forums for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.