How To Fix /SAPAPO/CMDS_SCO017 - Location &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CMDS_SCO -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Location &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_SCO017 - Location &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CMDS_SCO017 Location &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified location in the master data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during planning runs, data uploads, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Location: The location specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the location ID or the location not being created in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: The location may have been deleted or not properly maintained in the master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the APO system may not be aligned with the locations defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Location ID: Check the location ID mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Check Master Data: Go to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., Location Master Data) and verify if the location exists. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  Data Consistency Check: If the location should exist, perform a consistency check to ensure that the master data is intact and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the location data. This can be checked with your SAP security team.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that they are correctly set up to recognize the location.
  Transport Issues: If the location was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all related objects were included.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC to manage location master data or /SAPAPO/MC62 to check location-related settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for more details on location management and planning processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.