How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB118 - There are ungenerated macros for the data view for '&1' | '&2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: There are ungenerated macros for the data view for '&1' | '&2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB118 - There are ungenerated macros for the data view for '&1' | '&2' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB118 indicates that there are ungenerated macros for a specific data view in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the system expects certain macros to be generated for a data view, but they have not been created or are missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Macros: The macros required for the specified data view have not been generated. This can happen if the macros were not created during the initial setup or if there were changes to the data view that necessitate the regeneration of macros.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the macros from being generated correctly.
  Data View Changes: If the data view has been modified (e.g., fields added or removed), the existing macros may no longer be valid, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Generate Macros:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MSDP or the relevant transaction for managing macros.
  Navigate to the section for generating macros for the specific data view mentioned in the error message.
  Select the data view and initiate the macro generation process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the data view in question. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  If there are any inconsistencies or missing configurations, rectify them.
  
  
  
  Recreate Data View:
  
  If the issue persists, consider recreating the data view. This can sometimes resolve underlying issues that are not immediately apparent.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MSDP for macro management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and ensure that the necessary macros for the data view are generated correctly.