How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM3625 - The output of the PDS is 0 therefore it is not used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM3 -

• Message number: 625

• Message text: The output of the PDS is 0 therefore it is not used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM3625 - The output of the PDS is 0 therefore it is not used ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM3625 indicates that the output of the Product Data Structure (PDS) is zero, which means that the system is not able to use the PDS for the planning process. This can occur in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to perform a planning run but finds that there are no valid resources or production quantities defined in the PDS.
  Causes:
  
  Zero Capacity or Quantity: The PDS may have been defined with zero capacity or production quantities for the relevant planning period.
  Incorrect PDS Configuration: The PDS might not be configured correctly, leading to no valid outputs being defined.
  Resource Availability: The resources associated with the PDS may not be available or may have been deactivated.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not have the correct data or may not be active.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that affect the PDS.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check PDS Configuration: Review the PDS configuration in the APO system to ensure that it is set up correctly. Make sure that the production quantities and capacities are defined properly.
  Update Resource Availability: Ensure that the resources linked to the PDS are active and have the necessary capacity defined.
  Review Planning Version: Check if the correct planning version is being used and that it contains the necessary data.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If applicable, adjust the planning parameters to ensure that the PDS can be utilized in the planning run.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the master data and transactional data to identify and resolve any discrepancies.
  Recreate PDS: If the PDS is found to be incorrect or corrupted, consider recreating it to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PDS to view and edit the PDS.
  Master Data: Ensure that the relevant master data (like materials, resources, and production versions) is correctly maintained in both SAP ERP and APO.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to PDS and planning in APO for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.