How To Fix SAWE_BO_SA_TIME_PS061 - Automatic forecast not possible; assignment &1 &2 with &3 is deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAWE_BO_SA_TIME_PS - Message Class : Staff Assignment Time Planning Sheet

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Automatic forecast not possible; assignment &1 &2 with &3 is deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA_TIME_PS061 - Automatic forecast not possible; assignment &1 &2 with &3 is deleted ?

  The SAP error message SAWE_BO_SA_TIME_PS061 indicates that an automatic forecast cannot be generated due to a specific assignment being deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where forecasting is involved.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the system attempts to generate a forecast for a particular assignment (e.g., a product-location combination) that has been deleted or is no longer valid. The assignment is identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3, which usually represent specific identifiers related to the forecast object (like product, location, or planning version).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Assignment: Verify the assignment that is causing the error. Use the identifiers provided in the error message to check if the assignment exists in the system.
  
  
  Recreate the Assignment: If the assignment has been deleted and is necessary for forecasting, you may need to recreate it. This can involve:
  
  Creating a new product-location assignment.
  Ensuring that all necessary data (like historical sales data) is available for the new assignment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Forecasting Settings: If the assignment is not needed, you may need to adjust your forecasting settings to exclude this assignment from the forecast process.
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency: Ensure that all related data is consistent and that there are no other issues in the master data that could be causing the problem.
  
  
  Review Planning Versions: Sometimes, the issue may be related to the planning version being used. Ensure that the correct planning version is active and that it includes the necessary assignments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the forecasting module you are using.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book) to analyze the data related to the assignment.
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the product and location is correctly maintained.
  Forecasting Profiles: Review the forecasting profiles and settings to ensure they are configured correctly for the assignments you are working with.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to allow for successful automatic forecasting.