How To Fix WRF_PRC_OTB029 - Simulation only

WRF_PRC_OTB029 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_OTB - Purchasing, Open-To-Buy, Seasonal Procurement Messages

• Message number: 029

• Message text: Simulation only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB029 - Simulation only ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_OTB029, which indicates "Simulation only," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with planning scenarios. This error message suggests that the system is in a simulation mode and that certain actions cannot be executed because they are restricted to simulation.
  
  Cause:
  
  Simulation Mode: The system is set to run in simulation mode, which is often used for testing and analysis purposes. In this mode, certain transactions or changes cannot be executed as they would in a live environment.
  Planning Version: The planning version being used may be configured to allow only simulations. This is common in scenarios where users want to analyze the impact of changes without affecting the actual data.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to execute certain actions outside of simulation mode.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Switch to Live Mode: If you need to perform actual planning activities,