How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TEST188 - PV Manager: Planning version &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TEST -

• Message number: 188

• Message text: PV Manager: Planning version &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST188 - PV Manager: Planning version &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TEST188 PV Manager: Planning version &1 already exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to create a new planning version that has the same identifier as an existing one. This can happen during the planning version creation process in the SAP APO system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the attempt to create a planning version with a name or identifier that is already in use. Each planning version must have a unique identifier, and if you try to create a new one with a name that already exists in the system, SAP will throw this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Planning Versions:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/OM_VERSION or use the relevant menu path to view existing planning versions.
  Look for the planning version with the identifier that you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Choose a Different Identifier:
  
  If the planning version already exists, you will need to choose a different identifier for the new planning version you are trying to create.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Existing Version (if applicable):
  
  If the existing planning version is no longer needed, you can consider deleting it or archiving it, provided that it does not affect your planning processes. Be cautious with this step, as it may impact historical data or planning processes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on managing planning versions in SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify planning versions in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM_VERSION for managing planning versions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to planning versions in your specific version of SAP APO.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system configuration allows for the creation of new planning versions and that there are no restrictions in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your planning versions in SAP APO.