How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES115 - Choose "shift" or "day" as reference period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Choose "shift" or "day" as reference period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES115 - Choose "shift" or "day" as reference period ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES115 indicates that there is an issue with the reference period selection in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the system expects the user to specify a reference period for a planning operation, but the input is either missing or incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Reference Period: The user has not selected a reference period (shift or day) when prompted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be configured in a way that does not allow for the current operation to proceed without a defined reference period.
  User Input Error: The user may have entered an invalid value or format that the system does not recognize as a valid reference period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Reference Period:
  
  When prompted by the system, ensure that you explicitly choose either "shift" or "day" as the reference period.
  If you are using a selection screen, look for a dropdown or radio button option to make this selection.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that the reference period settings are correctly defined.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team if you suspect that the settings may be incorrect.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on how to properly select the reference period in the relevant transactions or reports.
  Provide documentation or guidelines on the expected input formats and options.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the transaction to identify if there are any underlying issues in the code or configuration that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that may be related to the planning process, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message. There may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help documentation for APO to understand the context of reference periods and how they are used in planning scenarios.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.