How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE025 - Selection already exists and cannot be saved more than once

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 025

• Message text: Selection already exists and cannot be saved more than once

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE025 - Selection already exists and cannot be saved more than once ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE025 indicates that a selection you are trying to save in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system already exists. This error typically occurs when you attempt to save a selection variant or a planning book that has already been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Selection: The selection variant or planning book you are trying to save has the same name or identifier as an existing one.
  System Constraints: The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries to maintain data integrity and avoid confusion in planning processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Selections:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or area in SAP where you are trying to save the selection.
  Look for existing selections or variants that may have the same name or criteria.
  
  
  
  Rename Your Selection:
  
  If you find that a selection with the same name exists, consider renaming your selection to a unique name before saving it.
  
  
  
  Modify Existing Selection:
  
  If the existing selection meets your requirements, you can modify it instead of creating a new one. This can be done by selecting the existing variant and making the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Delete Unused Selections:
  
  If there are old or unused selections that you no longer need, you can delete them to free up the name for your new selection.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for more information on managing selections and variants in APO.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning books) or /SAPAPO/OM17 (for selection variants).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify selections in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.