How To Fix VMP_MSG180 - Node(s) cannot be planned

VMP_MSG180 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VMP_MSG - VMP Message Manager

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Node(s) cannot be planned

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VMP_MSG180 - Details

• The SAP error message VMP_MSG180 indicates that certain nodes in a planning scenario cannot be planned. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) when there are issues with the planning hierarchy or the configuration of the planning object.
  Causes:
  
  Node 
  Configuration Issues: The nodes may not be properly configured in the planning hierarchy. This could be due to missing master data or incorrect settings.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may not be set up correctly, or the nodes may not be included in the selected planning version.
  Data Locking: The nodes might be locked for planning due to ongoing processes or data locks in the system.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area may not be correctly defined, or the nodes may not be assigned to the appropriate planning area.
  Hierarchy Issues: The nodes may not be part of the active planning hierarchy,