How To Fix UPB363 - Select a package and a parameter group

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPB - BPS: Balance sheet planning messages

• Message number: 363

• Message text: Select a package and a parameter group

What causes this issue?

There are different planning objects in planning folders:
,,1) A package and a parameter group of a method of the same level
result in a planning function. ,,Planning sequences can also be
selected. It is also possible to use a global planning sequence.
,,2) A package and a layout from the same level results in a planning
layout.
,,3) Variables can be used as cross-layout selection conditions.

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?

In the upper left tree, choose a package and in the lower tree a
parameter group, a method or a layout of the same area in order to
generate a planning object.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPB363 - Select a package and a parameter group ?

  The SAP error message UPB363, which states "Select a package and a parameter group," typically occurs in the context of SAP Business Planning (BPC) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when a user is trying to execute a planning function or process without having specified the necessary parameters.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Selection: The user has not selected a package or a parameter group in the planning function or process they are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning function or the parameter groups in the system.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the specified package or parameter group.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the UPB363 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Select a Package:
  
  Ensure that you have selected a valid package in the planning function or process you are trying to execute. Packages are typically used to group data for processing.
  
  
  
  Select a Parameter Group:
  
  Make sure to select a parameter group that is relevant to the planning function. Parameter groups define the parameters that will be used during the execution of the planning function.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the planning function and ensure that the parameter groups are correctly defined and linked to the appropriate packages.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that your user account has the necessary permissions to access the selected package and parameter group. If not, contact your SAP administrator to adjust your permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the planning function you are trying to execute. This may provide additional insights into required parameters and configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary selections and adjustments, try executing the planning function again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the UPB363 error.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP BPC or IBP to better understand how to work with packages and parameter groups.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.