How To Fix /SAPAPO/OUTLDET160 - Periodicity &1 is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OUTLDET -

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Periodicity &1 is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET160 - Periodicity &1 is not supported ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OUTLDET160 Periodicity &1 is not supported typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the periodicity settings in the planning book or data view. This error indicates that the specified periodicity (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) is not supported for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Periodicity: The periodicity you are trying to use is not defined or supported in the planning book or data view configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a mismatch between the periodicity defined in the planning book and the data being processed.
  Data View Settings: The data view you are using may not be set up to handle the specified periodicity.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning book configuration in SAP APO.
  Verify the periodicity settings and ensure that the periodicity you are trying to use is defined and supported.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data View:
  
  If you are using a specific data view, check its configuration to ensure it supports the periodicity you are trying to use.
  Modify the data view to include the required periodicity if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data (e.g., product, location) associated with the planning book is correctly set up to support the desired periodicity.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on supported periodicities for your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for data view) to access the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.