How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP201 - A sort profile has not yet been selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP -

• Message number: 201

• Message text: A sort profile has not yet been selected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP201 - A sort profile has not yet been selected ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATP_BOP201 A sort profile has not yet been selected typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when working with the Available-to-Promise (ATP) functionality. This error indicates that a sort profile, which is necessary for the ATP check, has not been defined or selected in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sort Profile: The most common cause of this error is that a sort profile has not been defined in the system or has not been assigned to the relevant ATP check.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings related to the ATP check or the planning area.
  User Input: The user may not have selected a sort profile when executing the ATP check.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define a Sort Profile:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/ATPSORT to define a new sort profile.
  Create a new sort profile by specifying the necessary parameters (e.g., sorting criteria).
  Save the sort profile.
  
  
  
  Assign the Sort Profile:
  
  Ensure that the sort profile is assigned to the relevant planning area or ATP check.
  You can do this in the configuration settings for the ATP check.
  
  
  
  Select the Sort Profile:
  
  When executing the ATP check, make sure to select the appropriate sort profile from the available options.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP APO system to ensure that everything is set up correctly for ATP checks.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team if you are unsure about the settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the ATP check to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for detailed documentation on ATP and sort profiles.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions and solutions related to similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/ATPSORT, /SAPAPO/ATPCHECK, and others related to ATP and planning.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully execute the ATP check in your SAP APO system.