How To Fix SAWE_TIME_PS_GEN003 - For planning granularity &1 planning unit value &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SAWE_TIME_PS_GEN - General Message Class Time Planning Sheet

• Message number: 003

• Message text: For planning granularity &1 planning unit value &2 is invalid

What causes this issue?

You can only use planning unit H (Hours) for planning granularity D
(daily).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SAWE_TIME_PS_GEN003 - For planning granularity &1 planning unit value &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message SAWE_TIME_PS_GEN003 typically indicates that there is an issue with the planning granularity or the planning unit value in the context of planning scenarios, particularly in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error suggests that the specified planning unit value is not valid for the given planning granularity.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Planning Unit Value: The planning unit value specified does not exist or is not valid for the defined planning granularity.
  Mismatch in Configuration: There may be a mismatch between the planning granularity settings and the values being used in the planning process.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with the master data or configuration settings that lead to invalid combinations of planning units and granularity.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Granularity: Verify the planning granularity settings in your configuration. Ensure that the granularity you are using is correctly defined and that it matches the expected values.
  Validate Planning Unit Values: Check the planning unit values being used. Ensure that they are valid and exist in the system for the specified granularity.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data related to the planning unit and granularity is correctly maintained. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the planning area or planning book to ensure compatibility between granularity and unit values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the planning granularity and unit values relevant to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 for planning book configuration or /SAPAPO/MC62 for checking planning area settings.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.