How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2206 - Unknown matrix type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2 -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Unknown matrix type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2206 - Unknown matrix type ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2206 Unknown matrix type typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system encounters a matrix type that it does not recognize or that has not been defined properly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Matrix Type: The matrix type being referenced in the operation is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the APO system, particularly in the areas related to planning books or data views.
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may have inconsistencies or corruption, leading to the system not being able to identify the matrix type.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the APO system, they may not be correctly implemented or may reference an invalid matrix type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Matrix Type Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/OM and check the matrix types defined in the system. Ensure that the matrix type you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the APO system, especially in the areas related to planning books and data views. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a data consistency check to ensure that there are no corrupt or inconsistent data entries that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the matrix types and that there are no typos or logical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using. There may be known issues or patches available that address this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with detailed information about the error, including the context in which it occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM for matrix management and /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.