How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM028 - Choose an aggregation level

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Choose an aggregation level

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM028 - Choose an aggregation level ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM028 Choose an aggregation level typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), particularly when working with the Planning Book or during the execution of certain planning functions. This error indicates that the system requires you to select an aggregation level before proceeding with the operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Aggregation Level: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected an aggregation level in the planning book or during a planning function execution.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning book or the data view, which could lead to the system not recognizing available aggregation levels.
  User Authorization: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain aggregation levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select an Aggregation Level:
  
  When prompted with the error, check the planning book or the relevant screen where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection box that allows you to choose an aggregation level. Select the appropriate level based on your planning requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Book Configuration:
  
  If you are unable to find an aggregation level, you may need to review the configuration of the planning book.
  Go to the transaction /SAPAPO/MP30 (for planning books) and ensure that the aggregation levels are correctly defined and assigned to the planning book.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required aggregation levels. This may involve checking roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring aggregation levels and planning books.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Aggregation Levels: These are predefined levels of data summarization in SAP APO that allow users to analyze data at different levels of granularity (e.g., product, location, time).
  Planning Books: These are used in SAP APO to display and manipulate planning data. Each planning book can have multiple views, and each view can be associated with different aggregation levels.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/MP30 for planning book maintenance and /SAPAPO/TSM for time series management.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.