How To Fix UPC_DOC056 - Select a planning package

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_DOC - Messages: Link to External Applications

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Select a planning package

What causes this issue?

You attempted to open documents without selecting a planning package
first.

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?

Select a planning package (double click) and then repeat the action.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_DOC056 - Select a planning package ?

  The SAP error message UPC_DOC056, which states "Select a planning package," typically occurs in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when a user attempts to execute a planning function or process without having selected a valid planning package.
  Cause:
  
  No Planning Package Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a planning package before trying to execute a planning function.
  Invalid Planning Package: The selected planning package may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the planning package.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the planning area or the planning package itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Valid Planning Package:
  
  Ensure that you select a valid planning package from the available options before executing the planning function.
  Navigate to the relevant planning view or screen and look for the option to select a planning package.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Package Configuration:
  
  Verify that the planning package is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the planning area and ensuring that the package is active.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Check if the user has the necessary permissions to access the planning package. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required access.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to select and configure planning packages in your version of SAP IBP or SAC.
  
  
  
  System Logs:
  
  If the issue persists, check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Help Portal: You can find detailed documentation on planning packages and their configuration in the SAP Help Portal.
  SAP Community: Engaging with the SAP Community can provide insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training Resources: Consider accessing training materials or courses related to SAP IBP or SAC to better understand how to work with planning packages effectively.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.