How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_BASIS018 - User parameters and LC10 parameters do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_BASIS -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: User parameters and LC10 parameters do not match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_BASIS018 - User parameters and LC10 parameters do not match ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_BASIS018 indicates that there is a mismatch between user parameters and LC10 parameters in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the settings for a user do not align with the parameters defined in the system for the planning area or the specific planning function being executed.
  Cause:
  
  User Parameter Mismatch: The user parameters set in the user profile do not match the parameters defined in the planning area or the specific planning function.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the planning area or the planning function.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain parameters or functions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Parameters:
  
  Go to the user profile settings and verify the parameters set for the user. Ensure that they are correctly configured according to the requirements of the planning area or function.
  You can access user parameters through transaction code SU01 (User Maintenance) and check the parameters under the "Parameters" tab.
  
  
  
  Review LC10 Parameters:
  
  Check the LC10 parameters (which are related to the planning area) to ensure they are correctly set up. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the APO system.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/LC10 to review and adjust the parameters as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the planning area and the planning function to identify any discrepancies. This can often be done through transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 (for planning area) or /SAPAPO/OM18 (for planning function).
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning area and execute the planning function. This can be checked in the user roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific planning area or function for any additional configuration requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps you have already taken.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LC10, /SAPAPO/OM17, /SAPAPO/OM18, and SU01.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Documentation: Review user documentation for APO to understand the parameters and their implications better.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that user parameters and LC10 parameters are aligned correctly.