How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM026 - Plan versions must have different names

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Plan versions must have different names

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM026 - Plan versions must have different names ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM026 Plan versions must have different names typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to create or modify plan versions that have the same name as an existing version. This error is a safeguard to ensure that each plan version is uniquely identifiable.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You attempt to create a new plan version with a name that already exists in the system.
  You are trying to copy or rename a plan version to a name that is already in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Plan Versions:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MVM (or the relevant transaction for managing plan versions).
  Review the list of existing plan versions to identify the names that are already in use.
  
  
  
  Use a Unique Name:
  
  When creating a new plan version, ensure that the name you are using is unique and does not match any existing plan version names.
  Consider using a naming convention that includes a date, version number, or other identifiers to avoid duplication.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Plan Versions:
  
  If you need to change an existing plan version, you can rename it to free up the desired name for the new version.
  Ensure that the new name is also unique.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Versions:
  
  If there are plan versions that are no longer needed, consider deleting them to reduce clutter and avoid confusion.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing plan versions in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MVM for managing plan versions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to plan version management that might provide additional insights or updates.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify plan versions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your plan versions in SAP APO.