How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB008 - Row &1 from macro definition book: &2 data view: &3 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Row &1 from macro definition book: &2 data view: &3 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB008 - Row &1 from macro definition book: &2 data view: &3 deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB008 typically indicates that a specific row in a macro definition book has been deleted. This error is related to the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly in the context of planning books and macros.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A macro is trying to access a row in a planning book that has been deleted or is no longer available.
  There may be inconsistencies in the planning book or macro definitions due to changes made by users or system updates.
  The macro might be referencing an outdated or incorrect data view.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Macro Definition: 
  
  Open the macro definition in the planning book and verify if the row referenced in the error message still exists. If it has been deleted, you may need to update the macro to remove references to that row.
  
  
  
  Update Planning Book:
  
  If the planning book has been modified (e.g., rows added or deleted), ensure that the macro is aligned with the current structure of the planning book.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Macro:
  
  If the macro is significantly affected by the changes, consider recreating it from scratch to ensure it references the correct rows and data views.
  
  
  
  Check Data Views:
  
  Verify that the data view referenced in the error message is still valid and has not been deleted or altered.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning book maintenance) or /SAPAPO/MC8A (for macro maintenance) to access and modify the relevant objects.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify macros and planning books, as restrictions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.