How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM134 - Planning version & already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Planning version & already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM134 - Planning version & already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM134 indicates that a planning version you are trying to create or modify already exists in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to create a new planning version with a name that is already in use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Planning Version: The most common cause of this error is that the planning version you are trying to create has the same name as an existing planning version in the system.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error or misunderstanding regarding the naming conventions for planning versions.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may prevent the creation of a new planning version with a name that is already in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Planning Versions:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MVM (or the relevant transaction for managing planning versions).
  List all existing planning versions to confirm if the version you are trying to create already exists.
  
  
  
  Use a Different Name:
  
  If the planning version already exists, consider using a different name for the new planning version you want to create.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Version:
  
  If you need to make changes to the existing planning version, you can modify it instead of creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Versions:
  
  If there are obsolete or unused planning versions, you may consider deleting them (if appropriate) to free up the name for new versions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidelines on naming conventions and best practices for managing planning versions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MVM for managing planning versions and /SAPAPO/MC90 for version management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to planning versions and this specific error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning versions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your planning versions in SAP APO.