How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM014 - Periodicity for time series data type &1 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Periodicity for time series data type &1 not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM014 - Periodicity for time series data type &1 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM014 Periodicity for time series data type &1 not allowed typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with time series data. This error indicates that the periodicity defined for a specific time series data type is not valid or allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Periodicity: The periodicity set for the time series data type does not match the allowed values for that specific data type. For example, if the data type is set to daily, but the periodicity is set to monthly, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for the time series data type in the APO system.
  Data Type Restrictions: Certain time series data types have specific restrictions on the periodicities that can be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Series Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the time series data type in the APO system.
  Verify the periodicity settings and ensure they are compatible with the data type you are using.
  
  
  
  Adjust Periodicity:
  
  If you find that the periodicity is incorrectly set, adjust it to a valid value that is allowed for the specified time series data type.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific time series data type you are working with to understand the allowed periodicities.
  
  
  
  Data Type Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data type you are using is appropriate for the type of data you are trying to process. If necessary, consider changing the data type to one that supports the desired periodicity.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the time series data is processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on time series configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  APO Documentation: Review the official SAP APO documentation for detailed information on time series data types and their configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your time series data is configured correctly in SAP APO.