How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_TS440 - Non-initial flag is not correct

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_TS -

• Message number: 440

• Message text: Non-initial flag is not correct

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS440 - Non-initial flag is not correct ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_TS440 Non-initial flag is not correct typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when dealing with time series data or planning objects. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data integrity related to the non-initial flag in the time series data.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The non-initial flag is used to indicate whether a time series has been initialized or not. If this flag is incorrectly set (e.g., it is set to non-initial when it should be initial), it can lead to this error.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the time series settings that lead to inconsistencies.
  Missing Initialization: The time series data may not have been properly initialized before attempting to perform operations that require it to be initialized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Series Initialization:
  
  Ensure that the time series data has been properly initialized. You can do this by using the transaction code /SAPAPO/TS_INIT to initialize the time series for the relevant planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning area and ensure that the settings for the time series are correct. This includes verifying the settings for the non-initial flag.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/TS_CFG to review and adjust the configuration if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the time series data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction /SAPAPO/TS_CHECK to run a consistency check and correct any issues found.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the non-initial flag is being incorrectly set. This may require assistance from a technical consultant or developer familiar with SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/TS_INIT: Initialize time series.
  /SAPAPO/TS_CFG: Configuration of time series.
  /SAPAPO/TS_CHECK: Check consistency of time series.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/OM_TS440 Non-initial flag is not correct error message. If the problem continues, it may be beneficial to involve SAP support for further assistance.