How To Fix /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS801 - Final Forecast Calculated Incorrectly

/SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS801 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS -

• Message number: 801

• Message text: Final Forecast Calculated Incorrectly

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS801 - Final Forecast Calculated Incorrectly ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PFCS_MESS801 indicates that the final forecast has been calculated incorrectly in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises during the forecast calculation process, which is a critical step in demand planning.
  Causes:
  
  Data Issues: Inconsistent or incorrect historical data can lead to inaccurate forecast calculations. This includes missing data, outliers, or data that does not conform to expected patterns.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the forecasting model or parameters can lead to unexpected results. This includes issues with the forecast profile, key figures, or planning versions.
  Algorithm Limitations: The forecasting algorithm being used may not be suitable for the data set, leading to poor forecast results.
  Time Series Issues: Problems with the time series data, such as gaps or irregular intervals, can affect the calculation.
  Master Data Issues: Incomplete or incorrect master data (like product master, location master) can also impact the forecast.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Data Validation: Check the historical