How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP164 - No variable planning version exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: No variable planning version exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP164 - No variable planning version exists ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP164 No variable planning version <variable> exists typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a user attempts to access or execute a planning function or report that references a planning version that does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Planning Version: The specified planning version in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the version name or the version not being created or activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning version.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the planning version data, possibly due to recent changes or deletions.
  Configuration Issues: The planning version may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Verify that the planning version specified in the error message is correct. Check for any typos or incorrect references.
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/VER to view existing planning versions and confirm whether the specified version exists.
  
  
  
  Create or Activate Planning Version:
  
  If the planning version does not exist, you may need to create it. This can be done using the same transaction code /SAPAPO/VER.
  If the version exists but is not active, ensure that it is activated.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning version. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If there are data consistency issues, you may need to run consistency checks or consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team to resolve any underlying issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to planning versions and the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/VER: To manage planning versions.
  /SAPAPO/SDP94: To check planning version settings.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to planning versions and the specific error message.
  
  
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.