How To Fix /SAPAPO/SOR115 - BAdI /SAPAPO/SOR_SRPLDET_FCST_TYPE returned an unknown forecast type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SOR -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: BAdI /SAPAPO/SOR_SRPLDET_FCST_TYPE returned an unknown forecast type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR115 - BAdI /SAPAPO/SOR_SRPLDET_FCST_TYPE returned an unknown forecast type ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SOR115 indicates that the Business Add-In (BAdI) /SAPAPO/SOR_SRPLDET_FCST_TYPE has returned an unknown forecast type. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to process forecast data but encounters an unrecognized or invalid forecast type.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Forecast Type: The forecast type being returned by the BAdI implementation is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an outdated configuration, or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  BAdI Implementation Issues: The BAdI might not be implemented correctly, or the logic within the implementation may not be returning the expected forecast type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that lead to the forecast type not being defined or mapped correctly.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may not have the necessary attributes or may be corrupted, leading to the system being unable to determine the correct forecast type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check BAdI Implementation: Review the implementation of the BAdI /SAPAPO/SOR_SRPLDET_FCST_TYPE. Ensure that it is correctly implemented and that it returns a valid forecast type. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the BAdI implementation in transaction SE19 or SE80.
  Checking the logic to ensure it returns a valid forecast type that exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Validate Forecast Types: Ensure that the forecast types being used are correctly defined in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for forecasting in APO:
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/FCST to check the forecast types and their configurations.
  Ensure that the forecast type returned by the BAdI is listed and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If there is any custom code that interacts with the BAdI or forecast types, review it for potential issues or errors.
  
  
  Review Data: Check the data being processed to ensure it is complete and valid. Look for any missing attributes or inconsistencies that could lead to the error.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the BAdI implementation to trace the execution and see what values are being returned. This can help identify where the logic may be failing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the BAdI and forecast types for any known issues or updates.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the BAdI or forecast types.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/FCST, /SAPAPO/SOR, and others that may help in diagnosing the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.