How To Fix WXP242 - Database table &1 is not defined for planning

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 242

• Message text: Database table &1 is not defined for planning

What causes this issue?

You want to define info structure &V1& as a database table for planning
step &V2&.
The info structure is a category '&V3&' structure and cannot therefore
be used in planning.

System Response

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

INCLUDE ISR_VERARBEITUNG OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Use an info structure that has one of the following categories:
" " - standard
"D" - no updating
"E" - standard (with stock values)
All other categories cannot be used.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP242 - Database table &1 is not defined for planning ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  WXP242 Database table &1 is not defined for planning
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when a database table that is being accessed or referenced in a planning context (such as in SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) or SAP BW Integrated Planning) is not properly defined or registered as a planning-relevant table in the system. Essentially, the system expects the table to be part of the planning environment, but it is missing the necessary configuration or metadata that marks it as such.
  Common scenarios include:
  
  The table is a custom or standard database table that has not been included in the planning model.
  The table is used in a planning function, transformation, or process chain but is not recognized as a planning table.
  Missing or incorrect configuration in the planning area or InfoProvider setup.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Table Definition in Planning Environment:
  
  Verify if the table is included in the planning model or InfoProvider.
  For SAP BW Integrated Planning, ensure the table is part of the planning-enabled InfoProvider or DataStore Object (DSO).
  
  
  
  Register the Table for Planning:
  
  If it is a custom table, you may need to register it as a planning table.
  In SAP BW, this might involve defining the table as a planning-enabled DSO or InfoCube.
  In BPC, ensure the table is part of the planning application and properly linked.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Area and InfoProvider Settings:
  
  Go to transaction RSPLAN or the relevant planning configuration transaction.
  Verify that the table is assigned to the planning area.
  Check if the table is flagged as planning-relevant.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code or Planning Functions:
  
  If the error occurs during execution of a planning function or transformation, check the code or logic that references the table.
  Ensure the table name is correct and that the table is accessible in the planning context.
  
  
  
  Transport and System Consistency:
  
  If the table was recently added or changed, ensure that all transports have been imported correctly.
  Check for inconsistencies between development and production systems.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation:
  
  Search for SAP Notes related to message WXP242 for any known issues or patches.
  Review SAP Help Portal documentation on planning table definitions.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  RSPLAN – Planning administration
  RSA1 – Data Warehousing Workbench (to check InfoProviders)
  SE11 – Data Dictionary (to check table definitions)
  SE38 or SE80 – To check custom code referencing the table
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:
  
  SAP BW Integrated Planning
  SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC)
  
  
  
  Typical Contexts:
  
  Planning functions or sequences
  Data transfer processes involving planning tables
  Custom planning applications or extensions
  
  
  
  
  If after these checks the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing details about the table name, planning environment, and steps to reproduce the error.