How To Fix /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS065 - Product/location &1/&2&3: start date forecast recalculation not set

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS -

• Message number: 065

• Message text: Product/location &1/&2&3: start date forecast recalculation not set

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS065 - Product/location &1/&2&3: start date forecast recalculation not set ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS065 indicates that there is an issue with the forecast recalculation for a specific product/location combination in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. The message specifically states that the start date for the forecast recalculation is not set, which can prevent the system from executing the forecast as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date: The primary cause of this error is that the start date for the forecast recalculation has not been defined in the system for the specified product/location.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that are not properly set up, leading to the absence of a start date.
  Master Data Issues: The product or location master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, which can affect the forecast settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Set the Start Date:
  
  Navigate to the relevant forecast profile in the APO system.
  Ensure that the start date for the forecast recalculation is defined. This can typically be done in the forecast profile settings.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP APO administrator or functional consultant to set the appropriate start date.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the forecasting process in the APO system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set.
  Verify that the forecast profile assigned to the product/location is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product and location to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the product is active and that the location is valid for the forecasting process.
  
  
  
  Run Forecast Recalculation:
  
  After setting the start date and ensuring that all configurations and master data are correct, attempt to run the forecast recalculation again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC90 (for forecast profile maintenance) or /SAPAPO/MC94 (for forecast analysis) to access the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to APO forecasting for more detailed instructions on setting up forecast profiles and managing forecast data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.