How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB117 - There are ungenerated macros for the planning book for '&1' | '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: There are ungenerated macros for the planning book for '&1' | '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB117 - There are ungenerated macros for the planning book for '&1' | '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB117 indicates that there are ungenerated macros for a specific planning book in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the macros that are supposed to be associated with a planning book have not been generated or activated, which can lead to issues in the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Macro Generation: The macros for the planning book have not been generated. This can happen if the planning book was created or modified but the associated macros were not generated afterward.
  Changes in Planning Book: If there have been changes to the planning book (like adding new key figures or changing the layout), the macros may need to be regenerated.
  System Issues: There could be underlying system issues or inconsistencies that prevent the macros from being generated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Generate Macros:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MSDP or navigate to the relevant area in the SAP GUI.
  Select the planning book that is causing the error.
  Use the option to generate macros for the planning book. This is typically found in the planning book settings or configuration area.
  
  
  
  Check Macro Settings:
  
  Ensure that the macros are correctly defined and associated with the planning book.
  Review the macro definitions to ensure they are valid and complete.
  
  
  
  Re-activate Planning Book:
  
  Sometimes, re-activating the planning book can help in regenerating the macros. This can be done through the planning book configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Macro Definition:
  
  If there are errors in the macro definitions themselves, these need to be resolved before the macros can be generated successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on generating macros for planning books.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MSDP for planning book management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to generate macros and modify planning books.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB117 and ensure that your planning book functions correctly.