How To Fix /SCMB/MDL_BASIC081 - Planning version not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MDL_BASIC -

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Planning version not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC081 - Planning version not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC081 Planning version not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to find a specified planning version. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Planning Version: The planning version you are trying to access does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The planning version may not be properly configured or activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: 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.
  Transport Issues: If the planning version was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Planning Version: Verify that the planning version you are trying to use actually exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCMB/MDL or /SAPAPO/MDL) and checking the list of available planning versions.
  
  
  Create or Activate Planning Version: If the planning version does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not active, you can activate it through the appropriate configuration settings.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the planning version. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to planning versions in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data and planning data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  
  
  Transport Validation: If the planning version was transported, ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were included in the transport request.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMB/MDL, /SAPAPO/MDL, and others related to planning version management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for SCM/APO for detailed information on planning versions and their management.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, or reach out to SAP support for assistance.