How To Fix APO_BAPI055 - Order/schedule line does not exist and will not be created automatically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Order/schedule line does not exist and will not be created automatically

What causes this issue?

The specified order or shedule line/item does not exist in the
specified planning version.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI055 - Order/schedule line does not exist and will not be created automatically ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI055 indicates that an order or schedule line does not exist and will not be created automatically. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to process or manipulate orders or schedule lines that are not present in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-Existent Order/Schedule Line: The order or schedule line you are trying to reference does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input Data: The data being passed to the BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) may be incorrect or incomplete, leading to the inability to find the specified order or schedule line.
  Order Status: The order may be in a status that does not allow for the creation of schedule lines.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system that prevent the automatic creation of schedule lines.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be a delay or issue in data synchronization between the ERP and APO systems.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Order/Schedule Line Existence: Check if the order or schedule line you are trying to access actually exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like CO03 (Display Production Order) or MD04 (Stock/Requirements List).
  Check Input Parameters: Ensure that the input parameters being passed to the BAPI are correct and complete. Validate that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Review Order Status: Check the status of the order to ensure it is in a state that allows for schedule line creation. If necessary, change the status of the order.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for order and schedule line processing.
  Data Synchronization: If you suspect data synchronization issues, check the integration between the ERP and APO systems. You may need to run synchronization jobs or check for any errors in the data transfer process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific BAPI you are using for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI you are using to understand its parameters and expected behavior.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or application logs for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.