How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL259 - Period split profile must have at least one level of detail

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Period split profile must have at least one level of detail

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL259 - Period split profile must have at least one level of detail ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL259 indicates that the period split profile you are trying to use in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system does not have any levels of detail defined. This is a requirement for the period split profile to function correctly, as it needs at least one level of detail to perform its calculations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The period split profile is created without defining any levels of detail.
  The profile is being referenced in a planning scenario or process that requires it to have at least one level of detail.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the period split profile has at least one level of detail defined. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Period Split Profile:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SDP94 or navigate through the SAP menu to the relevant area where you can manage period split profiles.
  
  
  
  Edit the Profile:
  
  Find the period split profile that is causing the error.
  Open the profile for editing.
  
  
  
  Define Levels of Detail:
  
  In the profile settings, look for the section where you can define levels of detail.
  Add at least one level of detail. This typically involves specifying the time periods (e.g., days, weeks, months) and how they should be split.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After adding the necessary levels of detail, save your changes to the profile.
  
  
  
  Test the Profile:
  
  After making the changes, test the profile in the context where it was previously causing the error to ensure that it now works correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for your version of SAP APO for detailed instructions on managing period split profiles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for period split profiles and /SAPAPO/SDP93 for planning book settings.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for additional assistance.
  
  By ensuring that your period split profile has the required levels of detail, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP APO.