How To Fix /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES313 - No restriction group descriptions exist in target planning version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 313

• Message text: No restriction group descriptions exist in target planning version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES313 - No restriction group descriptions exist in target planning version ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RET_MESSAGES313 indicates that there are no restriction group descriptions available in the target planning version you are trying to use. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with planning versions and restriction groups.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The restriction group descriptions may not have been created or maintained in the target planning version.
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version you are trying to access may not be set up correctly or may not have the necessary data.
  Transport Issues: If the planning version was transported from another system, the restriction group descriptions may not have been included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Version: Verify that you are using the correct planning version. You can do this by navigating to the planning version settings in SAP APO.
  Maintain Restriction Groups:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/RESTRICTION or the relevant area in the SAP GUI.
  Check if the restriction groups are defined and if their descriptions are maintained for the target planning version.
  If they are missing, create or maintain the necessary restriction groups and their descriptions.
  
  
  Transport Data: If the planning version was transported, ensure that all necessary data, including restriction groups, was included in the transport request. You may need to re-transport or manually create the missing data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and maintain restriction groups in the target planning version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/RESTRICTION for managing restriction groups.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing planning versions and restriction groups in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.