How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET059 - Event type &1 in outlier detection profile &2 has incorrect periodicity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Event type &1 in outlier detection profile &2 has incorrect periodicity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET059 - Event type &1 in outlier detection profile &2 has incorrect periodicity ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET059 indicates that there is an issue with the periodicity of an event type in an outlier detection profile within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises when the configuration of the outlier detection profile does not match the expected periodicity for the event type specified.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The event type specified in the outlier detection profile may have been configured with a periodicity that does not align with the data being analyzed. For example, if the event type is set to daily but the data is only available weekly, this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Data Issues: The underlying data may not be structured or formatted correctly, leading to discrepancies in how periodicity is interpreted.
  Profile Settings: The outlier detection profile itself may have been set up incorrectly, with parameters that do not correspond to the event type's expected periodicity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Event Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the event type in the outlier detection profile. Ensure that the periodicity set for the event type matches the data frequency. Adjust the periodicity if necessary.
  Review Outlier Detection Profile: Go to the outlier detection profile settings and verify that all parameters are correctly defined. Make sure that the periodicity settings are consistent with the event types being used.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data being analyzed is complete and correctly formatted. Check for any missing or incorrectly recorded data points that could affect periodicity.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring outlier detection profiles and understanding periodicity settings.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the outlier detection process again to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP APO and outlier detection to better understand the configuration and periodicity requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SAPAPO/OUTLDET059 error message.