How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE242 - PSM selection result read (selection name &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 242

• Message text: PSM selection result read (selection name &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE242 - PSM selection result read (selection name &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE242 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with reading the selection result for a specific selection name. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help in resolving it.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Selection Profile: The selection profile specified in the error message may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the selection profile.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the selection profile or the underlying data structures.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues such as database connectivity problems or issues with the APO system itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selection Profile:
  
  Verify that the selection profile specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SELECTION) and checking if the selection profile is available.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the selection profile. You may need to consult with your security team to verify and adjust authorizations if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the data related to the selection profile. This may involve checking for any inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that the selection profile relies on.
  
  
  
  Technical Troubleshooting:
  
  If the issue persists, consider checking the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context. You can use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to review logs.
  If there are database connectivity issues, ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no network issues affecting connectivity.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Selection Profile:
  
  If the selection profile is missing or corrupted, you may need to recreate it. Ensure that you have the correct parameters and settings when creating the new selection profile.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SELECTION for managing selection profiles and /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO and selection profiles for more detailed information on how they function and how to troubleshoot issues.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.