How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET006 - Provide the history key figure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Provide the history key figure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET006 - Provide the history key figure ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET006 typically indicates an issue related to the history key figure in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error often arises when there is a problem with the data related to the historical key figures that are used for forecasting or planning purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The history key figure may not have any data for the specified time period, which can lead to this error.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the key figure might be incorrect or not aligned with the planning area.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the key figure.
  Time Period Issues: The time period for which the history key figure is being requested may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify that the history key figure has data for the required time period. You can do this by checking the key figure in the relevant planning book or data view.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the history key figure is correct. This includes checking the planning area settings and ensuring that the key figure is properly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP95 to analyze and correct data issues.
  Adjust Time Period: If the time period is incorrect, adjust it to a valid range where data exists.
  Repopulate Data: If necessary, you may need to repopulate the history key figure data using the appropriate data extraction or loading methods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for viewing key figures) and /SAPAPO/SDP95 (for data maintenance).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring and managing key figures in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the /SAPAPO/OUTLDET006 error message.