How To Fix APO_BAPI_SPP020 - No means of transport specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APO_BAPI_SPP - Messages in SPP BAPIs

• Message number: 020

• Message text: No means of transport specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APO_BAPI_SPP020 - No means of transport specified ?

  The SAP error message APO_BAPI_SPP020: No means of transport specified typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a planning or transportation-related function is being executed, and the system cannot find a specified means of transport for the operation being performed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transport Data: The most common cause of this error is that the means of transport (e.g., truck, ship, etc.) has not been specified in the relevant planning or transportation data.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the APO system where the means of transport is not properly defined or linked to the relevant transportation lanes or planning scenarios.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in master data, such as transportation lanes, can lead to this error if the means of transport is not correctly assigned.
  User Input Error: If the user is manually entering data, they may have overlooked specifying the means of transport.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Data: Ensure that the