How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH031 - Macro '&1' was executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Macro '&1' was executed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH031 - Macro '&1' was executed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_SH031 indicates that a macro (in this case, represented by &1) was executed in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This message typically arises when there is an issue with the execution of a macro, which can be due to various reasons.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Macro Definition Issues: The macro may not be defined correctly or may have missing parameters.
  Data Issues: The data required for the macro execution might be incomplete or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the macro may not have the necessary authorizations to run it.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the APO/IBP system that affect macro execution.
  Execution Environment: The environment in which the macro is executed (e.g., background job, interactive session) may not be suitable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Macro Definition: Review the macro definition in the SAP system to ensure it is set up correctly. Look for any missing parameters or incorrect logic.
  Validate Input Data: Ensure that all required data for the macro execution is available and correct. This may involve checking master data, transaction data, or any other relevant datasets.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the macro. This may involve checking roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  System Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings in the APO/IBP system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for macro execution.
  Execution Context: If the macro is being executed in a specific context (like a background job), try running it in a different context (like an interactive session) to see if the issue persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to the specific macro or error message for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for macros in APO/IBP for detailed information on how to define and execute them.
  Community Forums: Look for discussions in SAP community forums or other user groups where similar issues may have been addressed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurred.