How To Fix WXP686 - Error in manual planning (scenario/step/layout/variant) = (&1,&2,&3,&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WXP - Retail Planning

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Error in manual planning (scenario/step/layout/variant) = (&1,&2,&3,&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WXP686 - Error in manual planning (scenario/step/layout/variant) = (&1,&2,&3,&4) ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WXP686 Error in manual planning (scenario/step/layout/variant) = (&1,&2,&3,&4)
  
  Meaning / Cause:
  This error occurs during manual planning in SAP (typically in the context of SAP APO - Advanced Planning and Optimization, specifically in Demand Planning or Supply Network Planning). The system reports an error related to the planning scenario, step, layout, or variant used in the manual planning run.
  The placeholders (&1, &2, &3, &4) represent the specific values for:
  
  &1 = Scenario
  &2 = Step
  &3 = Layout
  &4 = Variant
  
  The error indicates that the system encountered a problem when trying to execute manual planning with the given combination of scenario, step, layout, and variant. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect or inconsistent configuration of the planning scenario or step.
  Missing or invalid layout or variant definitions.
  Authorization issues.
  Data inconsistencies or missing master data.
  Technical issues such as missing planning sequences or corrupted planning objects.
  
  
  Common Causes:
  
  
  Incorrect Scenario or Step Configuration:
  
  The scenario or step specified does not exist or is not properly configured in the planning profile.
  
  
  Invalid or Missing Layout/Variant:
  
  The layout or variant used for manual planning is not defined or is inconsistent with the planning step.
  
  
  Authorization Issues:
  
  The user executing the manual planning does not have the required authorizations for the scenario or variant.
  
  
  Data Issues:
  
  Missing master data or inconsistent data in the planning area can cause the planning run to fail.
  
  
  Technical Issues:
  
  Problems in the planning sequence or corrupted planning objects.
  
  
  
  Solution / Troubleshooting Steps:
  
  
  Check Scenario and Step Configuration:  
  
  Go to transaction /SAPAPO/SDP94 or relevant planning transaction.  
  Verify that the scenario and step exist and are correctly configured in the planning profile.
  
  
  
  Verify Layout and Variant:  
  
  Check the layout and variant definitions in the planning profile.  
  Ensure that the layout and variant are assigned to the planning step and are valid.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:  
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations for the scenario, step, layout, and variant.  
  Use transaction SU53 after the error to check authorization failures.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data and Planning Area:  
  
  Ensure that all required master data (products, locations, planning objects) are maintained and active.  
  Check the consistency of the planning area.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Sequence and Objects:  
  
  Check if the planning sequence is correctly defined and active.  
  Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the planning objects.
  
  
  
  Check System Logs and Dumps:  
  
  Use transaction ST22 to check for any short dumps related to the error.  
  Use transaction SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust Layout/Variant:  
  
  If the layout or variant is corrupted, try recreating or adjusting it.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes and Support:  
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes using the error message and parameters.  
  If the problem persists, consider raising a support ticket with SAP, providing the scenario, step, layout, and variant details.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transactions:  
  
  /SAPAPO/SDP94 - Demand Planning  
  /SAPAPO/SDP91 - Planning Profile Maintenance  
  SU53 - Authorization Check  
  ST22 - ABAP Runtime Errors  
  SM21 - System Log
  
  
  
  SAP Modules:  
  
  APO Demand Planning (DP)  
  Supply Network Planning (SNP)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:  
  
  Check SAP Support Portal for notes related to WXP686 or manual planning errors.
  
  
  
  
  If you provide the actual values for &1, &2, &3, &4, I can help you analyze the specific scenario further.
  
  Summary:
  
  The WXP686 error indicates a problem with the manual planning execution due to invalid or inconsistent scenario, step, layout, or variant settings. Verify configuration, authorizations, and data consistency to resolve the issue.