How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG165 - Start value missing

/SAPAPO/DC_MSG165 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Start value missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG165 - Start value missing ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG165 Start value missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when a required start value for a planning object or process is not provided. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during the execution of a planning run, when setting up a planning book, or when working with key figures.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Input Data: The error often arises when the system expects a start value (like a date, quantity, or other key figure) but does not receive it. This could be due to:
  
  Incomplete or incorrect configuration of the planning book.
  Missing entries in the master data or transaction data.
  Incorrect settings in the planning run parameters.
  
  
  
  User Input Error: If the user is required to input a start value manually and fails to do so, this error can occur.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system or module and the start