How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET009 - Planning level &1 in planning area &2 is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Planning level &1 in planning area &2 is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET009 - Planning level &1 in planning area &2 is empty ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET009 Planning level &1 in planning area &2 is empty typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to access or process data for a planning level that does not contain any data in the specified planning area. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Empty Planning Level: The specified planning level does not have any data associated with it in the given planning area. This can happen if no planning data has been created or if the data has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning level or planning area may not be correctly configured, leading to an empty dataset.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is supposed to be transferred from another system (like SAP ERP) and the transfer has not occurred or has failed, the planning level may appear empty.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning run may not match any existing data, leading to an empty result set.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Availability: Verify if there is any data available for the specified planning level and planning area. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP APO and checking the data.
  Data Creation: If the planning level is indeed empty, you may need to create the necessary planning data. This could involve running a planning run or transferring data from the source system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration of the planning area and planning level to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes verifying that the key figures and characteristics are properly defined.
  Data Transfer: If data is expected from another system, ensure that the data transfer process is functioning correctly. Check for any errors in the data transfer logs.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria are too restrictive, consider adjusting them to include a broader range of data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning area maintenance or /SAPAPO/MC94 for planning level maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to planning areas and planning levels in APO for a better understanding of how they function and how to troubleshoot related issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.