How To Fix /SAPAPO/SNP161 - Not possible to have multiple active profiles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SNP -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Not possible to have multiple active profiles

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP161 - Not possible to have multiple active profiles ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SNP161 indicates that there is an attempt to activate multiple active profiles in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, specifically in the Supply Network Planning (SNP) module. This error arises because the system is designed to allow only one active profile at a time for a given planning area.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Active Profiles: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple profiles marked as active in the same planning area. The system does not allow more than one active profile to ensure consistency in planning and execution.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the planning area settings or in the profile management.
  User Error: A user may have inadvertently tried to activate a new profile without deactivating the existing one.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Active Profiles:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/SDP94 (or the relevant transaction for managing profiles).
  Check the list of profiles associated with the planning area in question.
  Identify which profile is currently active.
  
  
  
  Deactivate Existing Profile:
  
  If there is an active profile that you do not need, deactivate it. This can usually be done by selecting the profile and choosing the option to deactivate it.
  Ensure that you save your changes.
  
  
  
  Activate Desired Profile:
  
  After deactivating the existing profile, you can now activate the desired profile without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you frequently encounter this issue, review the configuration settings for your planning area and profiles to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed instructions on managing profiles in SNP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for profile management and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning area settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address underlying issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to manage profiles effectively, as this can also lead to errors if users are restricted from making changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/SNP161 error and manage your profiles effectively in SAP APO.