How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSTR013 - At least one period value must be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSTR -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: At least one period value must be maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSTR013 - At least one period value must be maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSTR013 with the description "At least one period value must be maintained" typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with planning books or data views. This error indicates that a required period value is missing in the planning book or data view you are trying to work with.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The error usually arises when there are no values maintained for a specific period in the planning book. This could be due to:
  
  Data not being entered for the selected time period.
  The planning book not being properly configured to include the necessary key figures.
  The data being deleted or not yet uploaded.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning book or data view may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of required period values.
  
  
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to access the planning book may not match any existing data, resulting in no values being displayed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that data has been entered for the relevant periods in the planning book. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the planning book and checking the key figures for the specified periods.
  If data is missing, enter the required values for the relevant periods.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Book Configuration: Verify that the planning book is correctly configured:
  
  Check the key figures and ensure they are set up to capture the necessary data.
  Ensure that the time periods are defined correctly in the planning book.
  
  
  
  Data Upload: If data is supposed to be uploaded from another system or source, ensure that the upload process has been completed successfully and that the data is available for the required periods.
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using specific selection criteria to view the planning book, ensure that these criteria are correct and that they correspond to the data available in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/TSM1 (for planning book maintenance) and /SAPAPO/TSM2 (for key figure maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit the planning book data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.