How To Fix VO732 - Unexpected return code L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VO - W&S: Rough workload forecast + picking wave

• Message number: 732

• Message text: Unexpected return code L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH: &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VO732 - Unexpected return code L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH: & ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation regarding the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  VO732 Unexpected return code L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH: &
  
  1. Cause
  This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Controlling (CO), specifically within Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) or Planning functions. The message indicates that during the execution of a planning or data fetching routine, an unexpected return code was encountered from the function/module L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH.
  
  L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH is a function or method that fetches planning data based on planning layout type and planning area.
  The unexpected return code means that the function did not return the expected success or known status, possibly due to:
  
  Incorrect or missing configuration in planning layouts or planning areas.
  Inconsistent or incomplete master data related to planning.
  Custom code or user exits/enhancements that interfere with standard processing.
  Data inconsistencies or missing authorizations.
  Transport or system inconsistencies after system upgrade or patch.
  
  
  
  
  2. Solution
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  a) Check Planning Layout and Planning Area Configuration
  
  Verify that the planning layout type and planning area referenced in the process exist and are correctly configured.
  Use transaction codes like KEPM (Planning Layout Maintenance) and KEP1 (Planning Area Maintenance) to check the setup.
  Ensure that the planning layout is assigned to the correct planning area.
  
  b) Analyze the Return Code
  
  If possible, debug or check logs to find the exact return code value.
  Identify what the return code means in the context of the function L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH.
  Check if the return code corresponds to missing data, authorization issues, or other known errors.
  
  c) Check Master Data and Authorizations
  
  Ensure that all required master data for planning is maintained and consistent.
  Verify that the user executing the planning has the necessary authorizations.
  
  d) Review Custom Code or Enhancements
  
  If there are any user exits, BADIs, or custom code related to planning or CO-PA, review them for possible issues.
  Temporarily disable custom code to check if the error persists.
  
  e) System Consistency and Patches
  
  Check if the system is up to date with the latest SAP Notes related to CO-PA planning.
  Apply relevant SAP Notes if available.
  If the error started after a system upgrade or transport, verify the transport logs and consistency.
  
  f) Debugging
  
  If you have development access, debug the function/module L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH to see why it returns an unexpected code.
  This can help pinpoint missing data or logic errors.
  
  
  3. Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  KEPM - Planning Layout Maintenance
  KEP1 - Planning Area Maintenance
  KE24 - Display Planning Layout
  KE30 - Execute Reports for CO-PA
  SE37 - Function Module Test (to test L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH if available)
  SE80 or SE38 - For debugging or checking custom code
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to message VO732 or the function L_FETCH_PLANLGTYP_PLANBEREICH.
  Common notes may address known bugs or provide patches.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for CO-PA Planning
  SAP Community forums for similar issues and solutions
  
  
  
  
  Summary
  
  
  
  Aspect
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  Cause
  Unexpected return code from function fetching planning layout and area data.
  
  
  Solution
  Verify planning layout and area configuration, check master data, authorizations, debug.
  
  
  Related Info
  Use KEPM, KEP1, SE37; check SAP Notes; review custom code and system patches.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (e.g., when exactly the error occurs, system version, or screenshots), I can help you with more precise troubleshooting steps.