How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSM071 - Planning object structures must be manually activated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSM -

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Planning object structures must be manually activated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM071 - Planning object structures must be manually activated ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSM071 Planning object structures must be manually activated typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there are changes made to planning object structures that require manual activation. This is a common scenario when working with planning areas and their associated structures in SAP APO.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the planning object structures have been modified or newly created, and these changes have not yet been activated. In SAP APO, certain changes to planning object structures (like adding or modifying characteristics, key figures, etc.) require manual activation to ensure that the system can properly utilize these structures in planning processes.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to manually activate the planning object structures. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Activation Transaction:
  
  Go to transaction code /SAPAPO/TSM in the SAP GUI.
  
  
  
  Select the Planning Object Structure:
  
  In the transaction, you will see a list of planning object structures. Identify the one that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Activate the Structure:
  
  Select the planning object structure and choose the option to activate it. This is usually done by clicking on the "Activate" button or using the menu options.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors:
  
  After activation, check for any errors or warnings that may arise during the activation process. If there are issues, they will need to be addressed before the structure can be fully activated.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Process:
  
  Once the planning object structure is activated successfully, re-run the process that triggered the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Object Structures: These are essential components in SAP APO that define how data is organized and processed in planning areas. They include characteristics, key figures, and other relevant data structures.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/TSM - Used for managing and activating planning object structures.
  /SAPAPO/SDP94 - Used for planning book configuration, which may also be relevant if you are working with planning books that utilize the affected planning object structures.
  
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or help portal for detailed information on planning object structures and their management in SAP APO.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your planning object structures are properly activated for use in your planning processes.