How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET038 - The system does not consider existing events

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: The system does not consider existing events

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET038 - The system does not consider existing events ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET038 indicates that the system does not consider existing events in the context of the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when there are issues related to the planning process, particularly in the context of event management or when dealing with the planning book.
  Cause:
  
  Event Configuration Issues: The events that are supposed to be considered may not be properly configured in the system.
  Planning Book Settings: The planning book may not be set up to include the relevant events or may not be correctly linked to the data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transaction data that prevent the system from recognizing the events.
  Time Period Issues: The events may fall outside the time horizon defined in the planning book or the planning area.
  Event Status: The status of the events may not allow them to be considered in the planning process (e.g., they may be marked as inactive).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Event Configuration: Review the configuration of the events in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the event types and their parameters.
  Review Planning Book Settings: Ensure that the planning book is correctly configured to include the relevant events. Check the settings for the planning area and the key figures.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master and transaction data to ensure that all necessary data is present and correctly maintained.
  Adjust Time Periods: Verify that the events fall within the time horizon of the planning book. If necessary, adjust the planning horizon to include the events.
  Check Event Status: Ensure that the events are active and in a status that allows them to be considered in the planning process.
  Reprocess Planning: After making the necessary adjustments, reprocess the planning run to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/OM17 (for event management) to check configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on event management and planning book configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.