How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM612 - Simulation version key has an invalid value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM -

• Message number: 612

• Message text: Simulation version key has an invalid value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM612 - Simulation version key has an invalid value ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM612 Simulation version key has an invalid value typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the simulation version key being used in a planning scenario. This error indicates that the system cannot find or recognize the specified simulation version key.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Simulation Version Key: The simulation version key provided in the transaction or report does not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified simulation version.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data that lead to the simulation version being unrecognized.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the planning area or version management may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Simulation Version Key:
  
  Verify that the simulation version key you are using is correct. You can do this by checking the available simulation versions in the system.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/VER to view and manage versions.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Simulation Version:
  
  If the simulation version does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done in the version management settings.
  Ensure that the version is properly configured and activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the simulation version. Check the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the planning area to ensure that all necessary data is available and correctly configured.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/TS to check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the planning area and version management to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using for any known issues or additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/VER: Manage versions in APO.
  /SAPAPO/TS: Check for inconsistencies in the planning area.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.