How To Fix /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS203 - Product/location &1/&2&3: No tracking time series to determine

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS -

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Product/location &1/&2&3: No tracking time series to determine

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS203 - Product/location &1/&2&3: No tracking time series to determine ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS203 indicates that there is no tracking time series available for the specified product and location combination in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during planning processes, such as demand planning or supply network planning, where historical data is required to generate forecasts or perform other calculations.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that there are no historical data records (tracking time series) for the specified product/location combination. This could happen if:
  
  The product has not been sold or used at that location.
  The data has not been loaded into the system.
  The time series data has been deleted or not maintained properly.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the data model, leading to the absence of time series data.
  
  
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or may not be activated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Availability:
  
  Verify if there are historical data records for the product/location combination. You can do this by checking the relevant InfoCubes or data sources in the SAP BW system.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC62 (for checking time series data) to see if data exists.
  
  
  
  Data Loading:
  
  If data is missing, ensure that the data loading process (e.g., from SAP ERP to SAP APO) is functioning correctly. Check the data transfer process and ensure that the necessary data is being extracted and loaded.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning area and ensure that the time series settings are correctly defined. This includes checking the key figures and their settings.
  Ensure that the planning version is correctly set up and activated.
  
  
  
  Create Historical Data:
  
  If the product/location combination is new and has no historical data, consider creating a dummy time series or using a similar product's historical data as a basis for forecasting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for time series data, /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning, and /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning area configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.