How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE_APO038 - No manual adjustment of the demand history exist for the selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE_APO -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: No manual adjustment of the demand history exist for the selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE_APO038 - No manual adjustment of the demand history exist for the selection ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE_APO038 indicates that there are no manual adjustments made to the demand history for the selection criteria you are using. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with demand planning.
  Cause:
  
  No Manual Adjustments: The primary cause of this error is that there are no manual adjustments recorded in the demand history for the specific selection criteria (like product, location, or time period) you are trying to analyze or modify.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you are using may not match any existing records in the demand history.
  Data Not Loaded: The demand history data may not have been loaded or updated correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Planning Version: You might be looking at a planning version that does not have any manual adjustments.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Demand History: Verify if there are any manual adjustments made in the demand history for the selected product/location/time period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP APO.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Modify your selection criteria to ensure they match existing records. This may involve changing the product, location, or time frame.
  Load Data: If the demand history data is missing, ensure that the data is loaded correctly into the system. This may involve running data extraction or loading processes.
  Review Planning Versions: Check if you are using the correct planning version. If you are using a version that does not have manual adjustments, switch to a version that does.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on how to manage demand history and manual adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning, where you can view and manage demand history.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify demand history data.
  Training and Support: If you are still facing issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the context in which it occurs.