How To Fix /SAPAPO/SCMB_PROM010 - Promotion pattern &1 is flagged for deletion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SCMB_PROM -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Promotion pattern &1 is flagged for deletion

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCMB_PROM010 - Promotion pattern &1 is flagged for deletion ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SCMB_PROM010 indicates that a promotion pattern in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module is flagged for deletion. This typically means that the promotion pattern you are trying to use or access has been marked for removal from the system, which can lead to issues when attempting to execute related processes.
  Cause:
  
  Flagged for Deletion: The promotion pattern has been explicitly marked for deletion in the system, either by a user or through a process that manages promotion patterns.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that lead to the promotion pattern being flagged.
  System Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration or updates to the APO system may have affected the status of the promotion pattern.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status: Verify the status of the promotion pattern in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP APO (e.g., /SAPAPO/SCMB_PROM).
  Unflag the Deletion: If the promotion pattern is still needed, you can unflag it for deletion. This typically involves changing the status of the promotion pattern back to active.
  Review Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependencies or references to the promotion pattern that could be causing issues. If the pattern is no longer needed, consider removing any references to it in your planning processes.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to promotion patterns for any specific instructions or considerations.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is impacting critical business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO for managing promotion patterns, such as /SAPAPO/SCMB_PROM for promotion management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on promotion patterns.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify promotion patterns in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the promotion pattern functions as expected and does not cause further issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and restore functionality related to the promotion pattern in SAP APO.