How To Fix APOC_OR_MESSAGES012 - Application log of output request &1 &2 with handle &3 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: APOC_OR_MESSAGES - Messages for Output Control

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Application log of output request &1 &2 with handle &3 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES012 - Application log of output request &1 &2 with handle &3 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message APOC_OR_MESSAGES012 indicates that there is an issue with the application log related to an output request in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the message states that the application log for the specified output request does not exist.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Log Entry: The application log entry for the specified output request (identified by the parameters &1, &2, and &3) may not have been created or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters passed to the function that retrieves the log may be incorrect, leading to a failure in finding the log entry.
  System Issues: There may be underlying system issues, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the logging mechanism.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the application log.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Parameters: Verify that the parameters (&1, &2, &3) used in the function call are correct and correspond to an existing output request.
  Recreate Log Entry: If the log entry is missing, you may need to re-trigger the process that generates the output request to create a new log entry.
  Check Application Log: Use transaction SLG1 to check the application logs for any related messages or errors that might provide more context on the issue.
  Database Consistency Check: If you suspect database issues, perform a consistency check on the relevant tables to ensure that there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the application log. You can check this in transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SLG1: To view application logs.
  SLG2: To manage application logs.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on APO and application logging.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further assistance.