How To Fix /SAPAPO/DC_MSG180 - Where-used list for activity &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DC_MSG -

• Message number: 180

• Message text: Where-used list for activity &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG180 - Where-used list for activity &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DC_MSG180 typically indicates that there is an issue with the "Where-used list for activity" in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This message usually arises when the system is unable to find any relevant data or when there is a problem with the configuration or data integrity.
  Cause:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are no activities or objects associated with the specified activity ID.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the where-used list for the specified activity.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration problems in the APO system that prevent the where-used list from being generated correctly.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data or transactional data that the system relies on to generate the where-used list.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Activity ID: Ensure that the activity ID you are trying to query is correct and exists in the system.
  Verify Data: Check if there are any associated objects or activities linked to the specified activity ID. You may need to create or link relevant data.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the where-used list. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the APO system to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking settings related to planning areas, master data, and other relevant configurations.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the master data and transactional data to identify and resolve any issues that may be affecting the where-used list.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in APO that may help you troubleshoot or analyze the issue further, such as /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book maintenance or /SAPAPO/OM17 for checking master data.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.