How To Fix PPDS_PB018 - No log entry found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PPDS_PB - Messages for New Fiori OData Planning Board

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No log entry found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PPDS_PB018 - No log entry found ?

  The SAP error message PPDS_PB018: No log entry found typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly within the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) component. This error indicates that the system could not find any log entries related to a specific planning run or process.
  Causes:
  
  No Planning Run Executed: The most common cause is that no planning run has been executed for the specific planning object or time period.
  Log Deletion: The logs may have been deleted or purged due to system settings or manual intervention.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the log entries may be incorrect, leading to no results being found.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the log entries.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the planning area or the planning run settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Planning Runs: Verify if a planning run has been executed for the relevant planning area. You can do this by checking the planning run logs in the system.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used to retrieve the log entries are correct. Adjust the criteria if necessary.
  Check Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the log entries. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the necessary permissions.
  Re-run Planning: If no planning run has been executed, initiate a new planning run to generate the log entries.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the SAP APO system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/PPDS for detailed scheduling to access relevant planning functions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Support may have specific recommendations based on the version of your system.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on PP/DS and troubleshooting common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.