How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_TP013 - Forecast profile '&1' does not exist in system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_TP -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Forecast profile '&1' does not exist in system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TP013 - Forecast profile '&1' does not exist in system ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TP013 indicates that the forecast profile specified (denoted by &1) does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to execute a planning function or transaction that requires a specific forecast profile.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Profile: The forecast profile you are trying to use has not been created or does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Profile Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name in the profile reference.
  Profile Deletion: The profile may have been deleted or is not available in the current client.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the forecast profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Profile Existence:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC90 (or the relevant transaction for managing forecast profiles) and check if the forecast profile exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create a New Forecast Profile:
  
  If the profile is missing, you can create a new forecast profile using the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MC90).
  Ensure that you configure the profile according to your forecasting needs.
  
  
  
  Verify Profile Name:
  
  Double-check the name of the forecast profile being referenced in your transaction or planning function to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the forecast profile. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing forecast profiles in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/MC90: Manage Forecast Profiles
  /SAPAPO/MC94: Maintain Forecasting Settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to forecast profiles.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the forecast profile is correctly set up in your SAP APO system.