How To Fix /SAPAPO/TSW_SPW012 - Selection problem: Planning version missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/TSW_SPW -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Selection problem: Planning version missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSW_SPW012 - Selection problem: Planning version missing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/TSW_SPW012 Selection problem: Planning version missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a planning version is not specified or is missing in the selection criteria for a planning run or report.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Version: The most common cause of this error is that the planning version has not been defined in the selection parameters of the transaction or report you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning version may not be properly configured in the system, or it may not exist in the system.
  User Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified planning version.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the planning version.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Planning Version: Ensure that you specify a valid planning version in the selection screen of the transaction or report. This is usually done in the selection criteria where you can enter the planning version.
  Check Planning Version Configuration: Verify that the planning version you are trying to use is correctly configured in the system. You can check this in the configuration settings for the planning version in SAP APO.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the planning version. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Review Master Data: Check for any inconsistencies in the master data that might affect the planning version. Ensure that all relevant data is correctly maintained.
  Use Standard Planning Versions: If you are using a custom planning version, consider using a standard planning version to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with the custom version.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/TSW for planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning version maintenance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on planning versions and their configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute your planning tasks in SAP APO.