How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE472 - Selecting for Planner Type requires a selection for Planner as well

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE -

• Message number: 472

• Message text: Selecting for Planner Type requires a selection for Planner as well

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE472 - Selecting for Planner Type requires a selection for Planner as well ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE472 Selecting for Planner Type requires a selection for Planner as well typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to execute a planning function or transaction that requires both a planner type and a specific planner to be selected. This error indicates that the system expects a planner to be defined when a planner type is specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planner Selection: The error arises when you have selected a planner type but have not specified a corresponding planner. In APO, planner types are often used to categorize planners based on their roles or responsibilities, and the system requires both to function correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning area or the planning book that do not align the planner type with the planner.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked selecting a planner while trying to execute a planning function.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Planner: Ensure that you select a specific planner in addition to the planner type. This can usually be done in the selection screen of the planning function or transaction you are using.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning area and the planning book to ensure that the planner types and planners are correctly defined and linked.
  Review User Roles: Make sure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the selected planner and planner type.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific planning function you are using to understand the required selections.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you might be using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning area).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By ensuring that both a planner and a planner type are selected, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP APO.