How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCC802 - Define number of weeks for variable costs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCC -

• Message number: 802

• Message text: Define number of weeks for variable costs

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC802 - Define number of weeks for variable costs ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCC802 Define number of weeks for variable costs typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is a configuration issue related to the variable costs settings in the system.
  Cause:
  This error message indicates that the system requires a definition for the number of weeks over which variable costs are calculated, but this configuration has not been set up. This is often related to the planning area or the planning version being used in the APO system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the number of weeks for variable costs in the relevant configuration settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SAP APO -> Supply Chain Planning -> Configuration -> Planning Area -> Define Variable Costs.
  
  
  
  Define the Number of Weeks:
  
  In the configuration screen, look for the option to define the number of weeks for variable costs.
  Enter the appropriate number of weeks that should be used for the calculation of variable costs.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the planning area you are working with is correctly configured to use the variable costs settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, run the planning process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning area configuration) or /SAPAPO/SCM1 (for master data) to access relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring variable costs in APO.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or APO support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/SCC802 error and successfully define the number of weeks for variable costs in your SAP APO system.