How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB002 - Macros for planning book <&1> were deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Macros for planning book <&1> were deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB002 - Macros for planning book <&1> were deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB002 indicates that macros associated with a specific planning book in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) have been deleted. This can occur for various reasons, such as changes in the planning book configuration, user actions, or system updates.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Deletion: A user may have manually deleted the macros from the planning book.
  Transport Issues: If the planning book was transported from one system to another, the macros may not have been included in the transport request.
  System Upgrade: An upgrade or patch to the SAP system may have inadvertently affected the macros.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the planning book configuration or settings may lead to the loss of associated macros.
  
  Solution:
  
  Recreate Macros: If the macros were deleted, you can recreate them manually in the planning book. This involves going to the planning book settings and defining the necessary macros again.
  Check Transport Requests: If the planning book was transported, ensure that the transport request included all necessary objects, including macros. If not, you may need to transport them again.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if any recent changes were made to the planning book that could have led to the deletion of macros.
  Backup and Restore: If you have a backup of the planning book configuration, you can restore it to recover the deleted macros.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify macros in the planning book.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any errors or warnings that occurred around the time the macros were deleted, which may provide additional context.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on how to manage macros in planning books to prevent accidental deletions in the future.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.