How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL244 - Error when creating target periods

/SAPAPO/MSDP_REL244 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 244

• Message text: Error when creating target periods

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL244 - Error when creating target periods ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL244 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to the creation of target periods in the planning process. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or missing settings.
  Cause
  The error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL244 generally indicates that there is a problem with the target period settings in the planning book or the planning area. Common causes include:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The target periods may not be properly defined in the planning book or planning area.
  Missing Data: Required data for the target periods may be missing or incorrectly set up.
  Inconsistent Time Series: There may be inconsistencies in the time series data that prevent the creation of target periods.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify target periods.
  
  Solution
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration:
  
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