How To Fix /SAPAPO/CULL1852 - PP/DS PDS: Explosion without routing data not possible

/SAPAPO/CULL1852 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CULL1 -

• Message number: 852

• Message text: PP/DS PDS: Explosion without routing data not possible

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL1852 - PP/DS PDS: Explosion without routing data not possible ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL1852 indicates that there is an issue with the Product Data Structure (PDS) in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, specifically in the Production Planning and Detailed Scheduling (PP/DS) module. The error message states that an explosion (i.e., the process of breaking down a product into its components for planning purposes) cannot occur because there is no routing data available for the PDS.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is the absence of routing information in the PDS for the product being processed. Routing data is essential for determining how a product is manufactured, including the sequence of operations, work centers, and the time required for each operation. Without this information, the system cannot perform the necessary calculations for production planning.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check PDS Configuration:
  
  Go to the PDS in the APO system and verify if routing data is