How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON027 - Season &1 still being used in following season years: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON -

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Season &1 still being used in following season years: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON027 - Season &1 still being used in following season years: &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SEASON027 indicates that a specific season (identified by the season number &1) is still being used in subsequent season years (identified by &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when managing seasonal data.
  Cause:
  
  Season Dependency: The error arises when a season is still referenced in future planning or forecasting processes, which can happen if the season is not properly closed or if there are still active planning objects (like forecasts, promotions, etc.) linked to that season.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the system expects the season to be inactive but finds it still referenced in other planning objects.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the seasonal planning setup can lead to this error, especially if the seasons are not defined or closed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Planning Objects: Review the planning objects (like forecasts, promotions, etc.) that are still linked to the season in question. You may need to either delete or reassign these objects to a different season.
  Close the Season: If the season is no longer needed, ensure that it is properly closed in the system. This may involve:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or application where seasons are managed.
  Marking the season as inactive or closed.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: Perform a data cleanup to remove any references to the season in future years. This may involve running specific reports or transactions to identify and resolve these references.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on managing seasons in your version of SAP APO or IBP.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex data integrity issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO/IBP that deal with seasonal planning, such as /SAPAPO/SEASON for managing seasons.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to seasonal planning errors, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing practical solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your seasonal planning data is correctly managed.