How To Fix /SAPAPO/RSP_OM137 - Period-slot creation is not available when deleting (error number &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/RSP_OM -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Period-slot creation is not available when deleting (error number &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM137 - Period-slot creation is not available when deleting (error number &1) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/RSP_OM137 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue related to the creation of period-slots during a deletion operation. This error indicates that the system is unable to create the necessary period-slots because the deletion process is currently active or has not been completed successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Active Deletion Process: The error often arises when there is an attempt to create period-slots while a deletion process is still ongoing. This can happen if the system is trying to delete a planning object or data that is still being processed.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from creating the required period-slots.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the APO system can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Deletion Status: Ensure that any ongoing deletion processes have been completed successfully. You can check the status of the deletion in the relevant transaction or monitor.
  Retry the Operation: After confirming that the deletion process is complete, try to perform the operation again that triggered the error.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant planning objects to ensure that there are no data integrity issues. This can often be done using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM17 or similar.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for period-slot creation and deletion processes.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/OM17 for checking planning object consistency.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO to understand the context of period-slot creation and deletion processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.