How To Fix WXP253 - Planning scenario &1 is not yet active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Planning scenario &1 is not yet active

What causes this issue?

You want to execute or schedule a link to <DS:DE.WISP_PLSZN>planning
scenario</>&V1&. This scenario has not yet been activated.

System Response

The link cannot be executed.

How to fix this error?

Activate planning scenario &V1& in scenario maintenance before
executing the link. Activation ensures that all necessary entries have
been made and that these are consistent.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP253 - Planning scenario &1 is not yet active ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP253 Planning scenario &1 is not yet active
  
  Cause:
  This message occurs when you try to use or access a planning scenario in SAP that has been created but not yet activated. In SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP APO (Advanced Planning and Optimization), planning scenarios need to be activated before they can be used for planning runs, simulations, or data processing.
  The planning scenario is essentially a container for planning objects, key figures, and planning views. Until it is activated, the system treats it as incomplete or inactive, hence it cannot be used in planning processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the planning scenario. The activation process validates the scenario and makes it available for planning activities.
  Steps to activate a planning scenario:
  
  
  Go to the Planning Scenario Maintenance:
  
  In SAP APO, use transaction /SAPAPO/SCENARIO or navigate via the SAP menu to the planning scenario maintenance screen.
  In SAP IBP, use the relevant UI or configuration app to manage planning scenarios.
  
  
  
  Select the Planning Scenario:
  
  Enter the name of the planning scenario that is causing the error (the placeholder &1 in the message will be replaced by the actual scenario name).
  
  
  
  Activate the Scenario:
  
  Click on the Activate button or choose the activation option from the menu.
  The system will perform checks and activate the scenario if no errors are found.
  
  
  
  Check for Activation Errors:
  
  If activation fails, review the error messages and correct any issues (e.g., missing key figures, inconsistent data models).
  
  
  
  Retry the Planning Process:
  
  Once activated, rerun the planning process or transaction that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  /SAPAPO/SCENARIO – Planning Scenario Maintenance in SAP APO.
  In SAP IBP, scenario activation is typically done via the SAP Fiori apps or the SAP IBP Excel add-in.
  
  
  
  Notes:
  
  Always ensure that all dependent objects (key figures, planning objects, data views) are properly defined before activation.
  Activation may take some time depending on the complexity of the scenario.
  If you do not have authorization to activate scenarios, contact your SAP Basis or APO/IBP administrator.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  SAP Help Portal for APO Planning Scenarios: https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_APO/  
  SAP IBP Planning Scenario Configuration Guide.
  
  
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Description
  
  
  
  
  Cause
  Planning scenario is created but not activated.
  
  
  Solution
  Activate the planning scenario via /SAPAPO/SCENARIO or IBP UI.
  
  
  Related
  Ensure all scenario components are complete; check authorizations.
  
  
  
  
  If you need further assistance, please provide the exact system (APO or IBP) and scenario name for more tailored guidance.