How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR353 - Invalid value for USE_CURRENT_MODES (retain active modes)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 353

• Message text: Invalid value for USE_CURRENT_MODES (retain active modes)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR353 - Invalid value for USE_CURRENT_MODES (retain active modes) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR353 indicates that there is an invalid value for the parameter USE_CURRENT_MODES in the context of retaining active modes in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the system is trying to process a planning operation, but the configuration or input data does not meet the expected criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The parameter USE_CURRENT_MODES may have been set to a value that is not recognized or is outside the acceptable range.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or planning data that the system relies on to determine the current modes.
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be affecting the way this parameter is being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the APO system and verify the settings for USE_CURRENT_MODES. Ensure that it is set to a valid value.
  The valid values typically include options like 'X' for using current modes or ' ' (blank) for not using them.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (like product master, location master, etc.) is complete and correctly maintained.
  Check if there are any missing or incorrect entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to the development environment, you can debug the process to see where the invalid value is being set or passed.
  Look for any custom code that might be manipulating the USE_CURRENT_MODES parameter.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error.
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not occur again and that the planning process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on configuration settings and parameters related to planning modes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that can help you navigate to the configuration and master data settings (e.g., /SAPAPO/OM for order management).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.