How To Fix VMP_MSG086 - Planning scope alternative &2 for material &1 is deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Planning scope alternative &2 for material &1 is deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VMP_MSG086 - Planning scope alternative &2 for material &1 is deleted ?

  The SAP error message VMP_MSG086 indicates that the planning scope alternative for a specific material has been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when the system is trying to access a planning scope that no longer exists.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Planning Scope: The planning scope alternative for the specified material has been deleted from the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or planning data, possibly due to manual deletions or data migration processes.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of planning areas or planning scopes that affect the material in question.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Planning Scope: Verify if the planning scope alternative for the material is indeed deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant planning area and checking the configuration.
  Recreate Planning Scope: If the planning scope is deleted and is required for your planning processes, you may need to recreate it. This can involve:
  
  Creating a new planning scope alternative.
  Assigning the necessary materials to the new planning scope.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify any other potential issues with master data or planning data.
  Review Change Logs: Check the change logs to see if there were any recent changes made to the planning scope or related configurations that could have led to the deletion.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to planning scopes and alternatives for further guidance on how to manage them.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/MC62 (for planning area) to check the status of planning scopes.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to planning scopes and alternatives.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify planning scopes in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.