How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE187 - Res. &1, location &2, planning version &3: no time stream exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE -

• Message number: 187

• Message text: Res. &1, location &2, planning version &3: no time stream exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE187 - Res. &1, location &2, planning version &3: no time stream exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE187 typically indicates that there is an issue related to the time stream for a specific resource, location, and planning version in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error usually arises during data migration or system upgrades when the system is unable to find a valid time stream for the specified parameters.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Stream: The specified resource, location, or planning version does not have an associated time stream defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data, especially after an upgrade or migration.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the planning version or the resource/location may not be correctly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Stream Configuration:
  
  Go to the APO system and check the configuration for the resource and location specified in the error message.
  Ensure that a valid time stream is defined for the planning version in question.
  
  
  
  Create or Assign Time Stream:
  
  If a time stream does not exist, you may need to create one or assign an existing time stream to the resource/location for the specified planning version.
  This can typically be done in the SAP APO transaction codes related to planning version and resource management.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Version Settings:
  
  Verify that the planning version is correctly set up and that it is active.
  Check if the planning version is correctly linked to the relevant time streams.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify any other potential issues with master data or planning data.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TS_CHECK to perform checks on the time series data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be required.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after performing the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is occurring after an upgrade.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/OM_ORDER, /SAPAPO/OM_RESOURCE, and /SAPAPO/OM_VERSION.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling time streams in APO.
  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 identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/OM_UPGRADE187 error message.