How To Fix /SAPAPO/RRP701 - Planning version does not allow automatic planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RRP -

• Message number: 701

• Message text: Planning version does not allow automatic planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP701 - Planning version does not allow automatic planning ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RRP701 Planning version does not allow automatic planning typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when you attempt to execute a planning function that is not permitted for the specified planning version. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Planning Version Settings: The planning version you are using may not be configured to allow automatic planning. This can happen if the version is set to "not active" or if it has been specifically restricted from automatic planning functions.
  User Authorizations: The user executing the planning function may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the specified planning version.
  Planning Area Configuration: The planning area associated with the planning version may not be set up correctly to support automatic planning.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Planning Version Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/VER to check the settings of the planning version.
  Ensure that the planning version is active and that it is configured to allow automatic planning. You may need to adjust the settings to enable automatic planning.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute planning functions on the specified planning version. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the user profile.
  
  
  
  Validate Planning Area Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the planning area associated with the planning version. Ensure that it is set up correctly to support the required planning functions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to planning versions and automatic planning to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/VER: To manage planning versions.
  /SAPAPO/SDP94: To check the planning book and its settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to planning versions and automatic planning.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring planning versions and understanding the implications of their settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.