How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNP019 - A valid time buckets profile has not been chosen

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNP -

• Message number: 019

• Message text: A valid time buckets profile has not been chosen

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP019 - A valid time buckets profile has not been chosen ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP019 A valid time buckets profile has not been chosen typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with the Supply Network Planning (SNP) module. This error indicates that a time bucket profile has not been defined or selected for the planning run, which is essential for the system to understand how to aggregate and distribute data over time.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Time Buckets Profile: The most common cause of this error is that a time buckets profile has not been assigned to the planning version or the planning run.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the planning area or the planning version may not have a valid time bucket profile linked.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the necessary settings or may be inactive.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Planning Version:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SDP94 (or the relevant transaction for your planning area).
  Ensure that the planning version you are using is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Time Buckets Profile:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code /SAPAPO/TSM (Time Series Management).
  Check the settings for the time buckets profile. Ensure that a valid profile is created and assigned to the relevant planning area.
  If no profile exists, you may need to create one using the transaction /SAPAPO/TSM.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Area Settings:
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/MP30 to check the settings of the planning area.
  Ensure that the time buckets profile is assigned to the planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under the APO section to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Planning Job:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, re-run the planning job to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Time Buckets Profile: This is a configuration that defines how time periods are aggregated (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) for planning purposes.
  Planning Area: A planning area in SAP APO is a logical grouping of data that defines the scope of planning activities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94, /SAPAPO/TSM, and /SAPAPO/MP30 for managing planning versions and time series.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further investigation, as there may be underlying configuration issues or system-specific settings that need to be addressed.