How To Fix /SAPAPO/PMAN014 - Enter a planning-related minimum interval that is not 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PMAN -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Enter a planning-related minimum interval that is not 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMAN014 - Enter a planning-related minimum interval that is not 0 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMAN014 indicates that a planning-related minimum interval has not been set correctly in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to perform planning activities, such as creating or modifying a planning object (like a product or a location) without specifying a valid minimum interval.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following reasons:
  
  Minimum Interval Not Set: The planning-related minimum interval is either not defined or set to zero in the configuration for the planning object.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning object may not be properly maintained, leading to the requirement for a non-zero minimum interval being violated.
  Data Entry Error: During the data entry process, a user may have inadvertently left the minimum interval field blank or entered an invalid value.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP APO.
  Ensure that the planning-related minimum interval is defined and set to a value greater than zero. This can typically be found in the settings for the specific planning area or product.
  
  
  
  Maintain Minimum Interval:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/MC62 (or the relevant transaction for your version) to maintain the minimum interval for the planning object.
  Enter a valid value for the minimum interval that meets your planning requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the product or location in question to ensure that all necessary fields, including the minimum interval, are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up planning intervals in your version of SAP APO.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for maintaining planning data, such as /SAPAPO/MC62 for maintaining planning parameters.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to planning parameters in SAP APO.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.