How To Fix /SAPAPO/PMON015 - Simulation version &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PMON -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Simulation version &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMON015 - Simulation version &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PMON015 Simulation version &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or work with a simulation version that has not been defined or does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-existent Simulation Version: The specified simulation version (indicated by &1 in the error message) has not been created or is not available in the system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the version name when it was entered.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified simulation version.
  Data Deletion: The simulation version may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for use.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Version Name: Verify that the simulation version name entered is correct and does not contain any typographical errors.
  Create Simulation Version: If the version does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the SAP APO system under the relevant planning area.
  
  Navigate to the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning versions) and create a new simulation version.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the simulation version. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult with Basis Team: If the version should exist but is not found, consult with your SAP Basis team to check if there have been any recent changes, deletions, or archiving processes that may have affected the simulation version.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP95 to manage and view simulation versions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on managing simulation versions and planning areas.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully work with simulation versions in SAP APO.