How To Fix /SAPAPO/PR460 - Not enough values for auto. model selection; currently: &1, required: &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/PR -

• Message number: 460

• Message text: Not enough values for auto. model selection; currently: &1, required: &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/PR460 - Not enough values for auto. model selection; currently: &1, required: &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/PR460 indicates that there is an issue with the automatic model selection in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, it means that the system does not have enough data points (values) to select a forecasting model automatically. The message provides two parameters: &1 (the current number of values available) and &2 (the number of values required for the model selection).
  Cause:
  
  
  Insufficient Data: The primary cause of this error is that there are not enough historical data points available for the system to determine an appropriate forecasting model. This can happen if:
  
  The data set is too small.
  There are missing values in the historical data.
  The time series is too short.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the forecasting models or the settings in the planning book.
  
  
  Data Quality: Poor data quality, such as incorrect or inconsistent data entries, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Increase Historical Data: Ensure that there is enough historical data available for the automatic model selection. This may involve:
  
  Collecting more historical data points.
  Ensuring that the data is complete and not missing.
  
  
  
  Check Data Quality: Review the historical data for any inconsistencies or missing values. Clean the data as necessary to ensure that it is suitable for forecasting.
  
  
  Adjust Model Settings: If applicable, review the settings for the forecasting models in the planning book. You may need to adjust the parameters or thresholds for model selection.
  
  
  Manual Model Selection: If automatic model selection is not feasible due to insufficient data, consider manually selecting a forecasting model that fits the available data.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for the forecasting process.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for more details on forecasting and model selection processes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring that sufficient and high-quality data is available, you can resolve the /SAPAPO/PR460 error and enable successful automatic model selection in SAP APO.