How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP163 - Planning book &1 is defect. Book &2 was selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Planning book &1 is defect. Book &2 was selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP163 - Planning book &1 is defect. Book &2 was selected ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP163 indicates that there is an issue with the planning book specified in the message. Specifically, it states that the planning book you are trying to use is defective, and as a result, another planning book has been selected automatically by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Defective Planning Book: The planning book you are trying to access may have been corrupted or improperly configured. This could be due to changes made to the planning book structure, such as changes in key figures, characteristics, or other settings.
  Missing Key Figures or Characteristics: If the planning book is missing key figures or characteristics that are required for its operation, it may be marked as defective.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning book, leading to the system selecting an alternative.
  Transport Issues: If the planning book was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), there may have been issues during the transport process that caused the planning book to become defective.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration: Review the configuration of the planning book in the SAP APO system. Ensure that all key figures and characteristics are correctly defined and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Repair the Planning Book: If the planning book is indeed defective, you may need to repair it. This could involve recreating the planning book or restoring it from a backup if available.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning book. You may need to check the roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  Check for Transport Issues: If the planning book was recently transported, verify that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide guidance on troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP1 to access planning book settings and configurations.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on planning books and their configuration in SAP APO.
  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 issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.