How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM026 - Selected planning area does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Selected planning area does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM026 - Selected planning area does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_TSDM026 Selected planning area does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or manipulate a planning area that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Planning Area: The planning area you are trying to access has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the planning area is not properly set up in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning area.
  Typographical Error: There could be a typo in the planning area name or ID being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Planning Area:
  
  Check if the planning area exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MP30 for planning areas) and confirming its presence.
  
  
  
  Create or Restore Planning Area:
  
  If the planning area does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate configuration transactions (e.g., /SAPAPO/MP30 to create a new planning area).
  If it was deleted, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning area is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings for key figures, planning levels, and other related configurations.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning area. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the planning area name or ID for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct identifier.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MP30 (for planning area maintenance) and /SAPAPO/MP01 (for planning area creation).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed steps on creating and managing planning areas in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to planning areas and error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.