How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP_OM111 - Maximum number of time stamps is negative (error number &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP_OM -

• Message number: 111

• Message text: Maximum number of time stamps is negative (error number &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM111 - Maximum number of time stamps is negative (error number &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM111 Maximum number of time stamps is negative (error number &1) typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the configuration of time stamps in the system. This error indicates that the system has encountered a negative value for the maximum number of time stamps, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Error: The most common cause of this error is a misconfiguration in the APO settings, particularly in the planning area or the time series data.
  Data Corruption: There may be corrupted data in the planning area or the time series that leads to the calculation of a negative maximum number of time stamps.
  Custom Code: If there are any custom developments or enhancements in the APO system, they might inadvertently set a negative value for the maximum number of time stamps.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the APO configuration settings and verify the settings related to the planning area and time series.
  Ensure that the maximum number of time stamps is set to a valid positive integer.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area:
  
  Check the planning area settings in transaction /SAPAPO/MP30 or similar transactions.
  Ensure that the time profile and other related settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the planning area and time series data to identify any inconsistencies or corruptions.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/TSM to check and correct time series data.
  
  
  
  Custom Code Review:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it does not set negative values for the maximum number of time stamps.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. Provide them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MP30 (for planning area maintenance) and /SAPAPO/TSM (for time series management).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to APO configuration and time series management for best practices and guidelines.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM111.