How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM012 - The template does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: The template does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM012 - The template does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM012 The template does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or use a planning template that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Template Not Created: The planning template you are trying to use has not been created in the system.
  Incorrect Template Name: There may be a typo or incorrect name used when trying to access the template.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the template.
  Template Deleted: The template may have been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the APO system that prevent the template from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Template Existence:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/MVM1 for creating templates) and verify if the template exists.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Verify Template Name:
  
  Ensure that you are using the correct name for the template. Check for any typos or discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the template. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Template:
  
  If the template has been deleted, you will need to recreate it. Use the appropriate transaction to define a new template.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to planning templates in APO for additional guidance on creating and managing templates.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MVM1 (Create Template), /SAPAPO/MVM2 (Change Template), and /SAPAPO/MVM3 (Display Template).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or discussion boards for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact your SAP support team for further assistance.