How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB159 - Indicator &1 and author &2 were predefined for the planning book

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB -

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Indicator &1 and author &2 were predefined for the planning book

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB159 - Indicator &1 and author &2 were predefined for the planning book ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_PB159 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the predefined indicators and authors in a planning book within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error message is often encountered when there is an attempt to modify or delete a planning book that has predefined settings.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to change or delete a planning book that has predefined indicators and authors.
  The planning book is locked or in use by another process or user.
  There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the planning book or its associated data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the planning book to ensure that the indicators and authors are correctly set up.
  If you need to change the predefined indicators or authors, you may need to do so in the planning book settings.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Planning Book:
  
  Ensure that the planning book is not being used by another user or process. If it is locked, you may need to wait until it is released or contact the user who is using it.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Check if you have the necessary authorizations to modify the planning book. If not, you may need to request additional permissions from your SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing planning books and indicators.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and the context of the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Book: A planning book in SAP APO is a tool used for planning and forecasting. It contains various settings, including key figures, planning levels, and indicators.
  Indicators: Indicators are used to define specific characteristics or metrics within the planning book, such as performance measures or planning parameters.
  Authors: Authors are users or roles that are responsible for maintaining or managing the planning book.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and continue working with your planning book in SAP APO.