How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP255 - The drilldown operation chosen is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: The drilldown operation chosen is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP255 - The drilldown operation chosen is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP255 indicates that the drilldown operation you are trying to perform in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module is not valid. This error typically occurs in the context of planning or reporting when the system cannot process the requested drilldown due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Selection: The drilldown operation may be attempted on a selection that does not support it. For example, trying to drill down on a summary level where detailed data is not available.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the drilldown operation.
  Data Availability: The data required for the drilldown may not be available or may not have been loaded into the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the drilldown from being executed properly.
  Incorrect Planning Object: The planning object or key figure selected may not be compatible with the drilldown operation.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using for the drilldown is valid and that you are not trying to drill down on a level that does not support it.
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the drilldown operation. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Data Verification: Check if the required data is available in the system. You may need to run data loads or check the data source for completeness.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to ensure that the system is configured correctly for the drilldown operations you are trying to perform.
  Use Correct Planning Object: Make sure you are using the correct planning object and key figures that are compatible with the drilldown operation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for detailed information on drilldown operations and their requirements.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.