How To Fix /SAPAPO/MVM201 - Planning version was not copied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MVM -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Planning version was not copied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM201 - Planning version was not copied ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MVM201 Planning version was not copied typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with copying a planning version. This can happen during various processes, such as when trying to create a new planning version based on an existing one.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Source Version: The source planning version that you are trying to copy from may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the source planning version or to create a new planning version.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data of the source planning version that prevent it from being copied.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are preventing the copy operation from being completed successfully.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Source Version: Verify that the source planning version exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to the planning version management in SAP APO.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the copy operation has the necessary authorizations. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the source planning version to identify any data issues. You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MVM to check the planning version.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to planning versions in the SAP APO system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Check Logs: Look at the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the failure.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance. They may need to investigate deeper into the system logs or perform technical troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MVM for managing planning versions and /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning version settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to planning version management in SAP APO for more detailed instructions and best practices.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.