How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_BLOCK003 - Wrong proposal horizon

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_BLOCK -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Wrong proposal horizon

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_BLOCK003 - Wrong proposal horizon ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_BLOCK003 Wrong proposal horizon typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the planning horizon defined for a specific planning area or when the proposal horizon for a planning run does not align with the expected settings.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch in Planning Horizon: The planning horizon defined in the system may not match the proposal horizon being used in the planning run. This can happen if the planning horizon is set incorrectly in the configuration or if the planning run is trying to access data outside the defined horizon.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect settings in the planning area configuration, such as the start and end dates for the planning horizon, can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Issues: If the data being processed falls outside the defined planning horizon, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Horizon Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration of the planning area in SAP APO.
  Verify the settings for the planning horizon, including the start and end dates.
  Ensure that the proposal horizon used in the planning run is within the defined planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Adjust Proposal Horizon:
  
  If the proposal horizon is set incorrectly, adjust it to align with the planning horizon defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Run Parameters:
  
  When executing a planning run, check the parameters being used to ensure they are set correctly and within the defined planning horizon.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data being processed is valid and falls within the defined planning horizon. If necessary, update or correct the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP APO you are using for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning area configuration) or /SAPAPO/MC94 (for planning run) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/MSDP_BLOCK003 Wrong proposal horizon error message.