How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL087 - Connection descr. for planning area &1 / prod. alloc. group &2 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Connection descr. for planning area &1 / prod. alloc. group &2 is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL087 - Connection descr. for planning area &1 / prod. alloc. group &2 is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL087 indicates that there is a missing connection descriptor for a specific planning area and production allocation group in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises in the context of Advanced Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks or during the planning process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The connection descriptor for the specified planning area and production allocation group has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect or incomplete settings in the configuration of the planning area or production allocation group.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, the transport may not have included all necessary objects or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/ATC (or relevant transaction for your version) to check the configuration of the planning area and production allocation group.
  Ensure that the connection descriptor is properly defined for the specified planning area and production allocation group.
  
  
  
  Define Connection Descriptor:
  
  If the connection descriptor is missing, you will need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for the APO system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., in the SAP Easy Access menu, go to APO -> Supply Chain Planning -> Global Settings -> Define Connection Descriptors).
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If needed, re-transport the missing configuration or manually create the connection descriptor in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of APO you are using for any additional steps or considerations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the planning area and production allocation group are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/ATC, /SAPAPO/MC90, and others that may help in troubleshooting and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring planning areas and production allocation groups in APO.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO functional team for further assistance.