How To Fix /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI049 - Average demand period and horizon must be a multiple of 24 hours

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Average demand period and horizon must be a multiple of 24 hours

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI049 - Average demand period and horizon must be a multiple of 24 hours ?

  The SAP error message /SCF/CL_MESSAGES_SMI049 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the average demand period and horizon in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. Specifically, the error states that the average demand period and horizon must be a multiple of 24 hours. This typically occurs when the settings for demand planning or forecasting are not aligned with the expected time intervals.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The average demand period or horizon has been set to a value that is not a multiple of 24 hours. For example, if the period is set to 30 hours or 50 hours, it will trigger this error.
  Data Entry Error: During the setup of demand planning parameters, incorrect values may have been entered.
  Custom Settings: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not adhere to the standard requirements for time intervals.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system where the average demand period and horizon are defined.
  Ensure that both the average demand period and horizon are set to values that are multiples of 24 hours (e.g., 24, 48, 72, etc.).
  
  
  
  Adjust Values:
  
  If you find that the values are not multiples of 24, adjust them accordingly. For example, if the average demand period is set to 30 hours, change it to 24 or 48 hours.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help files related to demand planning and forecasting to ensure that you are following the correct procedures for setting these parameters.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCF/DP for demand planning or /SCF/SCM for supply chain management to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By ensuring that the average demand period and horizon are set correctly, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your demand planning activities in SAP.