How To Fix UPC_FW094 - First add planning level &1 (from the tree above) to the profile

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UPC_FW - Messages for Planning Framework, Areas, Levels and Packages

• Message number: 094

• Message text: First add planning level &1 (from the tree above) to the profile

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to include a planning function or a parameter group
in the planning profile. However, this is only possible after you have
first included planning level &V1& in the profile, to which the
planning function belongs.

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?

First add planning level &V1& to the profile. Subsequently, you can
also add the planning function to the profile.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UPC_FW094 - First add planning level &1 (from the tree above) to the profile ?

  The SAP error message UPC_FW094 indicates that a planning level needs to be added to the profile before proceeding with certain planning activities in SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when a user attempts to execute a planning function or process that requires a specific planning level that has not been defined in the planning profile.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Planning Level: The planning level specified in the planning function or process is not included in the planning profile.
  Incorrect Profile Configuration: The planning profile may not be configured correctly to include all necessary planning levels.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or modify the planning profile.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Add the Planning Level:
  
  Navigate to the planning profile configuration in SAP.
  Identify the planning level that is mentioned in the error message (e.g., &1).
  Add this planning level to the relevant planning profile.
  
  
  
  Check Profile Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the planning profile is correctly set up to include all required planning levels.
  Review the configuration settings to confirm that they align with the planning requirements.
  
  
  
  User Permissions:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the planning profile.
  If permissions are lacking, consult with your SAP administrator to grant the appropriate access.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the planning function or process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Planning Levels: In SAP IBP/APO, planning levels define the granularity of planning data (e.g., product, location, time). Each planning function may require specific planning levels to operate correctly.
  Planning Profiles: These are configurations that determine how planning functions are executed, including which planning levels are included.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on configuring planning profiles and levels.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.