How To Fix /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS252 - Product/location/BOD &1/&2/&3: Fenster size changed after &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS -

• Message number: 252

• Message text: Product/location/BOD &1/&2/&3: Fenster size changed after &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS252 - Product/location/BOD &1/&2/&3: Fenster size changed after &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS252 typically relates to the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, specifically concerning the planning book or data view configuration. This error indicates that the "window size" (or "fenster size") for a specific product/location combination has changed after a certain point in time, which can lead to inconsistencies in the planning data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Window Size Change: The error is triggered when the planning book or data view has a different window size (the time period for which data is displayed) than what was previously set. This can happen if:
  
  The planning book configuration was modified.
  The time horizon for planning was altered.
  There are inconsistencies in the data settings for the product/location.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: If the data for the product/location is not consistent with the new window size, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration:
  
  Go to the planning book configuration in the SAP APO system.
  Verify the window size settings for the specific product/location combination.
  Ensure that the window size is consistent with the data being processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Time Horizon:
  
  If the time horizon for planning has been changed, ensure that all relevant data views and planning books are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Reprocess Data:
  
  If the error persists, consider reprocessing the data for the affected product/location. This may involve:
  
  Deleting and recreating the planning book.
  Running the relevant planning functions to refresh the data.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP APO, especially those related to planning books and data views.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.