How To Fix /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS199 - Product/location &1/&2&3: No forecast error time series to be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS -

• Message number: 199

• Message text: Product/location &1/&2&3: No forecast error time series to be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS199 - Product/location &1/&2&3: No forecast error time series to be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS199 indicates that there is no forecast error time series available for the specified product and location. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to calculate forecast accuracy or perform related forecasting activities.
  Cause:
  
  No Historical Data: The most common cause of this error is that there is insufficient historical sales data for the specified product/location combination. Without historical data, the system cannot calculate forecast errors.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the forecasting model may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to generate forecast error time series.
  Data Deletion: Historical data may have been deleted or not loaded properly into the system.
  Time Series Not Defined: The time series for the forecast error may not be defined or activated in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Historical Data: Ensure that there is sufficient historical sales data for the product/location. You can do this by reviewing the data in the relevant InfoProvider or using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 to check the data.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the forecasting model. Ensure that the model is set up to calculate forecast errors and that the necessary time series are defined.
  Data Loading: If historical data is missing, consider loading the data again from the source system or ensuring that the data transfer process is functioning correctly.
  Activate Time Series: If the time series for forecast error is not defined, you may need to create or activate it in the system. This can typically be done in the forecasting settings.
  Check for Errors in Data: Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the historical data that might prevent the calculation of forecast errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 (to view historical data) and /SAPAPO/MC73 (to check forecast models).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on forecasting and planning to understand how forecast error calculations are performed and what data is required.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring that the necessary data and configurations are in place, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your forecasting activities.