How To Fix /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE055 - Error reading PDS hierarchy for ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE -

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Error reading PDS hierarchy for ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE055 - Error reading PDS hierarchy for ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CULL_SERVICE055 indicates that there is an issue with reading the PDS (Process Data Structure) hierarchy for a specific ID in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically arises in scenarios involving planning and scheduling, where the system is unable to access or interpret the PDS hierarchy correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete PDS: The PDS for the specified ID may not exist or may not be fully defined in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the PDS hierarchy.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies or corruption in the data related to the PDS.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database connectivity problems or system configuration errors.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check PDS Existence: Verify that the PDS for the specified ID exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/PDS or /SAPAPO/MDPDS to check the PDS definitions.
  Review PDS Configuration: Ensure that the PDS is correctly configured and all necessary components (like resources, operations, etc.) are defined.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access the PDS. This can be done by checking the user roles and authorizations in transaction SU01.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the PDS data. You can use transaction /SAPAPO/CONS to check for inconsistencies in the APO data.
  Recreate PDS: If the PDS is corrupted or incomplete, consider recreating it. This may involve deleting the existing PDS and creating a new one with the correct data.
  Check System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PDS, /SAPAPO/MDPDS, and /SAPAPO/CONS.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for APO and PDS management for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights and solutions shared by other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.