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Message type: E = Error
Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages
Message number: 238
Message text: Selection is not suitable for any basic area
You select data from a multi-planning area. Here the selection
condition is projected to the basic area of the multi area. So that
data can be read from a basic area,
the initial value ("#") must be contained in the selection for all
characteristics which do not occur in the basic area
at least one key figure must be selected from the basis area
The current selection condition is so selected that data from no single
basic are can be selected.
The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.
Change the selection condition (planning levels or package definition)
corresponding to the requirements specified.
Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.
UPC238
- Selection is not suitable for any basic area ?The SAP error message UPC238, which states "Selection is not suitable for any basic area," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when working with demand planning or supply network planning.
Cause:
This error usually arises when the selection criteria you have defined do not match any of the basic areas (such as planning areas, key figures, or time periods) that are available in the system. Some common reasons for this error include:
- Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have set (like product, location, or time frame) do not correspond to any existing data in the basic area.
- Missing Data: The basic area you are trying to access may not have any data for the selected criteria.
- Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the key figures that are supposed to be used.
- Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or areas.
Solution:
To resolve the UPC238 error, you can take the following steps:
- Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered. Ensure that they are correct and correspond to existing data in the basic area.
- Verify Basic Area Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that it is set up correctly. Check if the key figures and characteristics are properly defined.
- Data Availability: Check if there is any data available for the selected criteria in the basic area. You can do this by running a report or using transaction codes like
/SAPAPO/SDP94
to view the data.- Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data in the basic area. You may need to consult with your SAP security team if you suspect authorization issues.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more specific guidance related to your version of SAP and the specific planning area you are working with.
Related Information:
/SAPAPO/SDP94
(for demand planning) or /SAPAPO/MC90
(for planning book).By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPC238 error and implement a suitable solution.
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