How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT723 - Activity &1 has mode with a duration of zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT -

• Message number: 723

• Message text: Activity &1 has mode with a duration of zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT723 - Activity &1 has mode with a duration of zero ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSOPT723 indicates that there is an issue with a specific activity in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. The message states that "Activity &1 has mode with a duration of zero," which means that the activity in question is defined with a mode that does not have a valid duration assigned to it.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Duration: The most common cause of this error is that the activity's mode has been defined with a duration of zero. This can happen due to incorrect configuration or data entry when setting up the activity or its modes.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the master data for the activity or its modes.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: The planning parameters for the activity may not be set correctly, leading to a situation where the system cannot calculate a valid duration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activity Configuration:
  
  Go to the activity definition in the SAP APO system.
  Verify the modes assigned to the activity and check their duration settings.
  Ensure that each mode has a valid, non-zero duration.
  
  
  
  Update Mode Duration:
  
  If you find that a mode has a duration of zero, update it to a valid duration that reflects the actual time required for the activity.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data related to the activity and its modes to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Re-run Planning:
  
  After making the necessary changes, re-run the planning process to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring activities and modes in APO.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning book) or /SAPAPO/CDP1 (for activity definition) to access and modify the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your activity configurations are set up correctly in SAP APO.