How To Fix /SAPAPO/SOR046 - Demand of previous year is &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SOR -

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Demand of previous year is &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR046 - Demand of previous year is &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR046 Demand of previous year is &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the demand data being processed. This error indicates that the system has encountered a demand value from the previous year that is not valid or is causing a problem in the current planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The demand data for the previous year may be incorrect, missing, or not properly maintained in the system.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the correct historical data or may be set up incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the APO system that are not aligned with the current demand planning process.
  Time Period Settings: The time periods defined in the planning book may not be set up correctly, leading to issues when referencing previous year data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Demand Data: Review the demand data for the previous year in the relevant planning book or data view. Ensure that the data is complete and accurate.
  Validate Planning Version: Ensure that the correct planning version is being used and that it contains the necessary historical data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the APO system, particularly those related to demand planning and historical data handling.
  Adjust Time Periods: Verify the time period settings in the planning book to ensure they are correctly defined and aligned with the data being processed.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data and transaction data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) to analyze and adjust demand data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.