How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL104 - Specify planning version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Specify planning version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL104 - Specify planning version ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL104 Specify planning version typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a planning version is not specified in a transaction or function that requires it. This error is common in scenarios involving demand planning, supply network planning, or any other planning-related activities in SAP APO.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Version: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not specified a planning version in the transaction or report they are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning version may not be correctly configured in the system, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning version.
  Default Settings: The system may not have a default planning version set up, leading to the requirement for manual specification.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify a Planning Version: When prompted by the error message, ensure that you enter a valid planning version in the relevant field. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the transaction you are using.
  Check Configuration: Verify that the planning versions are correctly configured in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP APO.
  Set Default Planning Version: If applicable, set a default planning version in the user profile or in the relevant configuration settings to avoid having to specify it each time.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning version. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for the specific transaction or function you are using to understand how to properly specify the planning version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Versions in SAP APO: Planning versions are used to manage different scenarios in planning, such as baseline forecasts, promotional forecasts, or different planning strategies. Each version can have its own set of data and parameters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/SNP for supply network planning, where planning versions are often specified.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to planning versions in your version of SAP APO.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.