How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET058 - The periodicity field is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 058

• Message text: The periodicity field is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET058 - The periodicity field is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET058 indicates that the periodicity field is not maintained in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when working with planning books, data views, or when trying to execute certain planning functions that require a defined periodicity.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Periodicity Definition: The periodicity field, which defines the time intervals (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) for planning, is not set up in the relevant planning book or data view.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning area or planning book may not have the periodicity defined correctly.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data model or settings that prevent the periodicity from being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Book Settings:
  
  Go to the planning book in question and check the settings for the periodicity.
  Ensure that the periodicity is defined correctly in the planning book configuration.
  
  
  
  Maintain Periodicity:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP1 for planning book maintenance).
  Ensure that the periodicity field is filled in for the planning book or data view you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Check the planning area settings to ensure that the periodicity is defined and matches the requirements of your planning process.
  You can access the planning area configuration through transaction /SAPAPO/MP30.
  
  
  
  Check Data Views:
  
  If you are using a specific data view, ensure that the periodicity is maintained in that view as well.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining periodicity in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning book or function again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP1 (Planning Book Maintenance) and /SAPAPO/MP30 (Planning Area Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET058.