How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS021 - Time buckets profile still being used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Time buckets profile still being used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS021 - Time buckets profile still being used ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS021 indicates that a time buckets profile is still being used in the system, which prevents you from deleting or modifying it. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to delete or change a time bucket profile that is currently assigned to a planning object or is in use by a planning area.
  Cause:
  
  Active Assignments: The time buckets profile is assigned to one or more planning areas, planning objects, or other configurations within the APO system.
  Open Planning Runs: There may be ongoing planning runs or processes that are utilizing the time buckets profile.
  Dependencies: Other configurations or settings in the system may depend on the time buckets profile, preventing its deletion.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Assignments:
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/OM_TS to view the time buckets profiles and check where the profile is assigned.
  Identify any planning areas or objects that are using the profile.
  
  
  
  Remove Assignments:
  
  If the profile is assigned to a planning area, you will need to remove it from the planning area configuration.
  Go to the relevant planning area and modify its settings to remove the association with the time buckets profile.
  
  
  
  Check for Active Processes:
  
  Ensure that there are no active planning runs or processes that are currently using the time buckets profile. If there are, you may need to wait for them to complete or terminate them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify:
  
  Once you have removed all assignments and ensured that no processes are using the profile, you should be able to delete or modify the time buckets profile without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of removing a time buckets profile, consult the SAP documentation or your system administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/OM_TS for managing time buckets profiles and /SAPAPO/OM for general configuration in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS021 and manage your time buckets profiles effectively.