How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR168 - Invalid planning type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Invalid planning type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR168 - Invalid planning type ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR168 Invalid planning type typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the planning type being used in a planning scenario. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Planning Type: The planning type specified in the planning run or transaction does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The planning type may not be properly configured in the APO system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant planning area.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data related to the planning type in the master data or transaction data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Type:
  
  Verify that the planning type you are using is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP APO system.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/OM01 to check the planning types and ensure that the one you are trying to use is listed.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Ensure that the planning type is correctly assigned to the planning area. You can check this in the configuration settings for the planning area.
  If necessary, create or modify the planning type using transaction /SAPAPO/OM02.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that might be causing the issue. Ensure that all necessary data is available and correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on planning types and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM01, /SAPAPO/OM02, and others related to planning area and planning type configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.