How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH013 - Error reading planning area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Error reading planning area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH013 - Error reading planning area ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH013 indicates that there is an issue with reading a planning area in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Planning Area Not Defined: The planning area you are trying to access may not be defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the planning area.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to the planning area.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database connectivity problems or issues with the APO system itself.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning area might not be correctly configured or activated.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Planning Area Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MP30 or /SAPAPO/MP32 to check if the planning area is defined and active.
  Ensure that the planning area exists and is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Check the user’s authorizations using transaction code SU53 after the error occurs to see if there are any missing authorizations related to the planning area.
  If necessary, consult with your security team to grant the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/TSM to perform a consistency check on the planning area.
  If inconsistencies are found, follow the recommended steps to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  Check the system logs (transaction code SM21) for any related error messages that might provide more context.
  Ensure that the database is accessible and that there are no connectivity issues.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Planning Area:
  
  If the planning area is incorrectly configured, you may need to reconfigure it. This can involve checking the settings in transaction /SAPAPO/MP30 or /SAPAPO/MP32.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/MP30 - Display Planning Area
  /SAPAPO/MP32 - Change Planning Area
  /SAPAPO/TSM - Consistency Check
  SU53 - Authorization Check
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO for more detailed information on planning areas and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.