How To Fix /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL073 - FM &1 tested. Selection already exists for planning area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: FM &1 tested. Selection already exists for planning area &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL073 - FM &1 tested. Selection already exists for planning area &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MCPSH_SEL073 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to create or modify a selection for a planning area that already has an existing selection with the same criteria. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when working with planning books, data views, or selection profiles.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the selection criteria you are trying to define or modify already exists for the specified planning area. This is a safeguard to prevent duplicate selections that could lead to confusion or data integrity issues.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Selections:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or area in SAP APO where you are trying to create or modify the selection.
  Review the existing selections for the specified planning area (&2 in the error message) to see if the selection criteria you are trying to use already exists.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Selection:
  
  If you find that the selection already exists and you want to use it, you can either modify it as needed or use it instead of creating a new one.
  If the existing selection is no longer needed, you can delete it to free up the criteria for new selections.
  
  
  
  Use Different Criteria:
  
  If you need to create a new selection and cannot modify or delete the existing one, consider using different selection criteria that do not conflict with the existing selections.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help resources related to the specific transaction or functionality you are working with to understand the selection criteria better.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MCPSH for selection handling or other related transactions in SAP APO.
  Planning Areas: Understanding the structure and purpose of planning areas in your APO setup can help in managing selections effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your planning activities in SAP APO.