How To Fix /SAPAPO/PE_APO126 - Error when reading periods for data selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PE_APO -

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Error when reading periods for data selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE_APO126 - Error when reading periods for data selection ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PE_APO126 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to reading periods for data selection. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the planning book or data view.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Time Period Configuration: The time periods defined in the planning book or data view may not be set up correctly.
  Missing or Inconsistent Data: There may be missing data for the specified periods, or the data may not be consistent with the expected format.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified periods.
  Planning Book Settings: The planning book may not be correctly configured to read the required periods.
  Data Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used in the planning book may be too restrictive or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Time Period Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the time periods in the planning book. Ensure that the periods are defined correctly and that they align with the data available in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Availability:
  
  Check if the data exists for the specified periods. You can do this by running reports or queries to see if the data is populated for the relevant time frames.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Examine Planning Book Settings:
  
  Review the settings of the planning book and ensure that it is configured to read the correct periods. You may need to adjust the settings or recreate the planning book if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Data Selection Criteria:
  
  Revisit the selection criteria used in the planning book. Make sure that they are not overly restrictive and that they correctly reflect the data you want to analyze.
  
  
  
  Check for System Notes or Patches:
  
  Sometimes, specific errors may be addressed in SAP Notes or patches. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that may provide a fix or workaround for this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SAPAPO/PE_APO126 in the SAP Support Portal for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) and /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking data).
  Documentation: Review the SAP APO documentation for best practices on configuring planning books and data views.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or consult with an SAP APO expert for further assistance.