How To Fix /PM0/AB_AT109 - PDS &2 is not defined in SDS &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/AB_AT -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: PDS &2 is not defined in SDS &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/AB_AT109 - PDS &2 is not defined in SDS &1 ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/AB_AT109 PDS &2 is not defined in SDS &1 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) or Production Planning (PP) when there is an issue with the Product Data Structure (PDS) and the corresponding Supply Chain Data Structure (SDS).
  Cause:
  
  Missing PDS: The error indicates that the system is unable to find the specified PDS (&2) for the given SDS (&1). This can happen if the PDS has not been created or has been deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the PDS is not correctly linked to the SDS.
  Transport Issues: If the PDS was recently transported from another system, it may not have been transported correctly or completely.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data that prevent the system from recognizing the PDS.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check PDS Existence: Verify if the PDS (&2) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/PDS) and checking if the PDS is listed.
  Create or Recreate PDS: If the PDS does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not functioning correctly, consider recreating it.
  Link PDS to SDS: Ensure that the PDS is correctly linked to the SDS. You can do this in the transaction for maintaining the SDS (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDS).
  Check Transport Requests: If the PDS was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that it was transported successfully without errors.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the system to identify and resolve any data inconsistencies that may be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PDS, /SAPAPO/SDS, and /SAPAPO/SDP for managing PDS and SDS.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on PDS and SDS management in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.