How To Fix UMB270 - Choose a strategy first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UMB - SEM-CPM: Balanced Scorecard

• Message number: 270

• Message text: Choose a strategy first

What causes this issue?

For the system, it is not clear for which strategy you want to perform
a strategy analysis.

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?

Choose a strategy by selecting a strategy bar, and then choose
<PF>Strategy Analysis.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UMB270 - Choose a strategy first ?

  The SAP error message UMB270 "Choose a strategy first" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or similar modules where a planning strategy needs to be defined before proceeding with certain actions, such as creating a planning run or executing a specific function.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the user attempts to execute a function that requires a planning strategy to be selected, but no strategy has been defined or chosen in the relevant screen or transaction. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  When trying to run a planning scenario without selecting a strategy.
  When the system expects a strategy to be defined in the configuration but it is missing or not properly set up.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UMB270 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Strategy: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where the error occurred.
  Look for a dropdown or selection field labeled "Strategy" or similar.
  Choose an appropriate planning strategy from the list.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning strategies are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP APO or the relevant module.
  If you are unsure which strategy to select, consult with your SAP functional consultant or refer to the documentation for your specific planning scenario.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and select the planning strategies. Lack of permissions can sometimes lead to issues in selecting options.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific module you are working with for more detailed guidance on planning strategies.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Strategies: In SAP, planning strategies define how the system should plan for materials, production, and other resources. They can include various methods such as make-to-stock, make-to-order, and others.
  SAP APO: Advanced Planning and Optimization is a suite of tools within SAP that helps organizations optimize their supply chain and planning processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to planning strategies, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning or /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the UMB270 error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP.