How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM003 - Inconsistent periodicity planning area <-> time series data type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Inconsistent periodicity planning area <-> time series data type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM003 - Inconsistent periodicity planning area <-> time series data type ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM003 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the periodicity of the planning area and the time series data type in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the time series data type defined in the planning area does not match the periodicity settings of the planning area.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Periodicity: The planning area is set up with a specific periodicity (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly), but the time series data type associated with it is configured for a different periodicity.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the planning area or the time series data type may have been altered or incorrectly set up, leading to this inconsistency.
  Data Import Issues: If data is being imported into the planning area, the source data may not align with the expected periodicity of the planning area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning area configuration in the SAP APO system.
  Verify the periodicity settings of the planning area.
  Ensure that the time series data type associated with the planning area matches the periodicity.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Series Data Type:
  
  If the time series data type is incorrect, you may need to create or modify the time series data type to match the periodicity of the planning area.
  This can be done in the configuration settings for time series data types.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust the Planning Area:
  
  If the mismatch cannot be resolved through configuration changes, consider recreating the planning area with the correct settings.
  Ensure that all relevant settings, including periodicity and time series data types, are correctly defined during the creation process.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data in the planning area to identify any discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSM to analyze and correct any inconsistencies in the time series data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to planning area configuration and time series data types for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM for time series management and /SAPAPO/MC62 for planning area configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional solutions related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after attempting the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the inconsistency indicated by the error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM003.