How To Fix APO_BAPI248 - &1 planned independent requirements were deleted (duration &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI - Message Class for APO BAPIs

• Message number: 248

• Message text: &1 planned independent requirements were deleted (duration &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI248 - &1 planned independent requirements were deleted (duration &2) ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI248 indicates that a certain number of planned independent requirements (PIRs) have been deleted during a process in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This message typically arises when there is an attempt to modify or delete planned independent requirements, and the system has successfully removed a specified number of them.
  Cause:
  
  Data Consistency Issues: The deletion of planned independent requirements may occur due to inconsistencies in the data or if the requirements are no longer valid for the planning period.
  User Actions: A user or a process may have explicitly deleted the PIRs as part of a planning cycle or data maintenance activity.
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the APO system may lead to automatic deletion of PIRs based on specific criteria or settings.
  Batch Jobs: Scheduled jobs or background processes may be set up to clean up or delete outdated or unnecessary PIRs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Deletion Criteria: Check the criteria or conditions under which the PIRs are being deleted. This may involve reviewing the planning settings and configurations in the APO system.
  Data Validation: Ensure that the data related to the planned independent requirements is valid and consistent. This may involve checking for any discrepancies in the master data or planning data.
  User Training: If the deletion is due to user actions, consider providing training or guidelines to users on how to manage PIRs effectively.
  Monitoring and Logging: Implement monitoring or logging mechanisms to track when and why PIRs are being deleted. This can help in identifying patterns or specific triggers for the deletions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the APO module for any known issues or additional guidance on handling this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for viewing planned independent requirements) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for managing PIRs) to analyze the situation further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Support: If the issue persists and impacts business processes, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error message and implement a suitable solution.