How To Fix WFCS211 - Forecast results are only simulated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFCS - Message Class for Store Forecasting (Dev. Package WFCS)

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Forecast results are only simulated

What causes this issue?

The program is in simulation mode.

System Response

The system runs the forecast, but the results are not saved to the
database. A list of the forecast results is displayed in online mode.
However, the system creates an application log for each plant, that is
saved to the database. You can view the log using transaction WFCSL01.
The log contains essential information on errors or information that
would also be given in posting mode.
The simulation mode is only intended for test purposes. You can use the
simulation mode to check whether master data or movement data that may
be needed for the forecast run is missing. The system does not save the
results from the simulation mode.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFCS211 - Forecast results are only simulated ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WFCS211: Forecast results are only simulated
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  The message WFCS211 indicates that the forecast results you are viewing or working with are simulated results, not actual saved or committed forecast data. This typically happens when you run a forecast simulation or preview without saving the forecast to the database.
  In other words, the system has generated forecast data based on your input parameters, but this data exists only temporarily in memory or in a simulation mode. It has not been saved as an official forecast version or committed for further processing.
  
  Common Scenarios Leading to WFCS211:
  
  Running a forecast simulation in transaction /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP90 without saving the forecast.
  Viewing forecast results immediately after a simulation run.
  Using planning functions or reports that display simulated forecast data.
  Forecasting in APO Demand Planning (DP) or Supply Network Planning (SNP) where the forecast is previewed but not saved.
  
  
  Solution / How to Resolve:
  
  
  Save the Forecast Results:
  
  After running the forecast simulation, explicitly save the forecast results to create a committed forecast version.
  In transactions like /SAPAPO/SDP94, use the Save or Save as Version function.
  This action writes the forecast data to the database and makes it available for further planning steps.
  
  
  
  Check Forecast Version:
  
  Ensure you are working with a valid forecast version that is not just a simulation.
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/SDP94 or /SAPAPO/SDP90 to manage forecast versions.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Planning Book / Data View:
  
  Verify that you are accessing the correct planning book or data view that contains saved forecast data.
  Sometimes, simulation results are shown in temporary views.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorization:
  
  Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to save forecast data.
  Lack of authorization might prevent saving, leaving only simulated results.
  
  
  
  
  Additional Information:
  
  
  Simulation Mode:
  
  Simulation mode is useful for testing different forecasting models or parameters without affecting the actual planning data.
  
  
  Impact of Not Saving:
  
  If forecast results remain only simulated, subsequent planning steps (like supply planning, production planning) cannot use these results, as they are not committed.
  
  
  Related Transactions:
  
  /SAPAPO/SDP94 – Interactive Demand Planning
  /SAPAPO/SDP90 – Forecasting
  /SAPAPO/SDP6 – Forecast Version Management
  
  
  
  Related Notes / Documentation:
  
  SAP Help on Demand Planning and Forecasting
  SAP Notes related to forecast version management and simulation
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Forecast results are generated in simulation mode and not saved/committed in the system.
  
  
  Effect
  Forecast data is temporary and cannot be used for further planning or reporting.
  
  
  Solution
  Save the forecast results explicitly to create a committed forecast version.
  
  
  Prevention
  Always save forecast after simulation if you want to use the results in planning processes.
  
  
  
  
  If you continue to face issues after saving, check system logs or SAP Notes for any known bugs or authorization problems related to forecast saving.