How To Fix /SAPAPO/PCM013 - Planner &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PCM -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Planner &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PCM013 - Planner &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PCM013 Planner &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified planner in the system. This can happen for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Planner ID: The planner ID specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the planner data.
  Data Deletion: The planner might have been deleted or not properly set up in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration settings in the APO system that prevent the planner from being recognized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Planner ID:
  
  Check the planner ID you are using. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to check if the planner is defined in the system.
  If the planner does not exist, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planner. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust authorizations.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that planners are set up correctly.
  You can review the settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the relevant sections for planning.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on planners and their configuration in APO.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking planners, /SAPAPO/MC73 for planning book settings, and others related to master data and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Community Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.