/CPD/PFP_MESSAGES249 - Unsaved data will not be available for planning

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Unsaved data will not be available for planning

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES249 - Unsaved data will not be available for planning ?

  The SAP error message /CPD/PFP_MESSAGES249 indicates that there is unsaved data in the planning application, and if you proceed without saving, that data will be lost. This message typically appears in the context of SAP Integrated Business Planning (IBP) or SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) when users attempt to navigate away from a planning view or perform an action that requires saved data.
  Cause:
  
  Unsaved Changes: The most common cause of this error is that the user has made changes to the planning data but has not saved those changes.
  Session Timeout: If the session has timed out, any unsaved changes may be lost, leading to this warning.
  Navigation Attempt: Trying to navigate away from the planning screen or perform an action that requires saved data without saving first.
  
  Solution:
  
  Save Your Changes: Before navigating away or performing any other actions, ensure that you save your changes. Look for a "Save" button or option in the interface.
  Check for Session Timeout: If you suspect that your session has timed out, try refreshing the page or logging back in to ensure that your changes are still there.
  Review Data Entry: If you are unsure about what changes are unsaved, review the data entry fields to identify any unsaved changes.
  Use the Save As Option: If you are working with a version of the data, consider using the "Save As" option to create a new version while preserving the original data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of saving their work frequently, especially in planning applications where data integrity is crucial.
  System Configuration: Check if there are any system settings related to session timeouts or auto-save features that can be adjusted to minimize the risk of losing unsaved data.
  Error Handling: Implement error handling procedures in your organization to guide users on what to do when they encounter this message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent data loss in your planning activities.