How To Fix /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR034 - Start date and end date for planning lock must be set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR -

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Start date and end date for planning lock must be set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR034 - Start date and end date for planning lock must be set ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PDRP_APPR034 indicates that there is an issue with the planning lock dates in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it means that the start date and end date for the planning lock have not been set, which is necessary for the planning process to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Dates: The planning lock requires both a start date and an end date to define the period during which planning activities are restricted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the APO system that prevents the dates from being set correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have forgotten to input the required dates when initiating the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Set Planning Lock Dates:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where you can set the planning lock dates.
  Ensure that both the start date and end date are specified correctly.
  Save the changes and try to execute the planning process again.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that the planning lock settings are correctly defined.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to verify that the settings are appropriate for your planning scenario.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If the issue is due to user error, consider providing training or documentation to users on how to properly set the planning lock dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to planning locks in APO for more detailed instructions on how to set the dates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your specific APO setup, you may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP (for Demand Planning) or /SAPAPO/SNP (for Supply Network Planning) to access the planning areas where you can set the dates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the planning lock dates are set correctly, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your planning activities in SAP APO.