How To Fix /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL156 - Generated table deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL -

• Message number: 156

• Message text: Generated table deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL156 - Generated table deleted ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ATPLOG_PAL156 Generated table deleted typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the generated tables used for Available-to-Promise (ATP) checks. This error indicates that a table that was expected to be present has been deleted or is not available for some reason.
  Causes:
  
  Manual Deletion: The generated table may have been manually deleted by a user or through a program.
  System Cleanup: A system cleanup process might have removed temporary or generated tables.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport, it might have affected the generated tables.
  Database Issues: There could be underlying database issues that led to the deletion of the table.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings related to ATP or APO might have led to the deletion of the table.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Recreate the Table: You can try to regenerate the table by executing the relevant transaction or program that creates the ATP tables. This might involve running the planning run or ATP check again.
  Check Logs: Review the logs for any recent changes or deletions that might have led to this issue. Look for any related error messages that could provide more context.
  Database Recovery: If the table was deleted due to a database issue, you may need to restore it from a backup if available.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to ATP and APO for any specific instructions or patches that might address this issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on the version of your system and the context of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/ATPL for ATP checks and /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning runs.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to ATP and APO errors, as they may contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  System Monitoring: Implement monitoring for your APO system to catch such issues early and prevent disruptions in planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and restore the functionality of your ATP checks in SAP APO.