How To Fix /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN136 - Enter a short text for the mode

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN -

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Enter a short text for the mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN136 - Enter a short text for the mode ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PPM_MAINTAIN136 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you are trying to maintain or create a planning mode in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module. The error message indicates that a short text description for the planning mode has not been provided, which is a required field.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered because the system requires a short text description for the planning mode you are trying to create or modify. This is a mandatory field, and if it is left blank, the system will not allow you to proceed.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to provide a short text description for the planning mode. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Navigate to the Planning Mode Maintenance Screen:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining planning modes (usually /SAPAPO/PPM or similar).
  
  
  
  Create or Edit the Planning Mode:
  
  If you are creating a new planning mode, enter the necessary details.
  If you are editing an existing planning mode, select the mode you want to modify.
  
  
  
  Enter a Short Text:
  
  Locate the field for the short text description (often labeled as "Short Text" or "Description").
  Enter a meaningful short text that describes the planning mode.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After entering the short text, save your changes to the planning mode.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Operation:
  
  Once the short text is provided and saved, re-attempt the operation that triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Field Requirements: Always check the required fields when creating or modifying entries in SAP. Missing mandatory fields can lead to similar errors.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more information on planning modes and their configurations.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify planning modes in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.