How To Fix UPC522 - No reference data available to check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC - Planning: General Error Messages

• Message number: 522

• Message text: No reference data available to check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC522 - No reference data available to check ?

  The SAP error message UPC522 "No reference data available to check" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with demand planning or supply network planning. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary reference data to perform a specific check or operation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The required master data (like material master, location master, or other relevant data) may not be maintained or may be incomplete.
  Incorrect Planning Version: The planning version being used may not have the necessary data or may not be activated.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from accessing the reference data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the planning area or planning book may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is correctly maintained in the system. This includes checking the material master, location master, and any other relevant data.
  Verify Planning Version: Make sure that the correct planning version is being used and that it has been activated. You can check this in the planning book settings.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify any discrepancies or missing information. This can often be done through specific transaction codes or reports in SAP.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the planning area and planning book to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the settings in the SAP APO configuration.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) and /SAPAPO/MC62 (for master data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO and demand planning for more detailed information on master data requirements and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the UPC522 error and implement a solution to resolve it.