How To Fix /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI009 - Could not create schedule line &1 because of missing delivery schedule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Could not create schedule line &1 because of missing delivery schedule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI009 - Could not create schedule line &1 because of missing delivery schedule ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_EDIBAPI009 indicates that the system could not create a schedule line due to a missing delivery schedule. This error typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when dealing with delivery schedules and schedule lines in the context of supply chain management.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Delivery Schedule: The primary cause of this error is that the system cannot find a corresponding delivery schedule for the item you are trying to create a schedule line for. This could be due to:
  
  The delivery schedule not being created or not being available in the system.
  Incorrect or incomplete data in the delivery schedule.
  The item not being part of any existing delivery schedule.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the system from linking the schedule line to a delivery schedule.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration issues in the APO system that affect how delivery schedules are processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Delivery Schedule: Verify that the delivery schedule exists for the item in question. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., /SAPAPO/SDP94 for viewing delivery schedules).
  Ensuring that the delivery schedule is correctly set up and active.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the material and the relevant business partners (vendors/customers) is complete and accurate. This includes checking:
  
  Material master data.
  Customer master data.
  Vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Delivery Schedule: If the delivery schedule is missing, you may need to create a new delivery schedule or update an existing one to include the necessary items.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are set up correctly for handling delivery schedules and schedule lines.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to manage delivery schedules and schedule lines in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the application logs for more detailed error messages that might provide additional context for the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for delivery schedules) and /SAPAPO/CMDS (for managing schedule lines).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.