How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS072 - Error when determining scheduling schema of prod. &1 / loc. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Error when determining scheduling schema of prod. &1 / loc. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS072 - Error when determining scheduling schema of prod. &1 / loc. &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS072 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to determine the scheduling schema for a specific product and location combination. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Scheduling Schema: The scheduling schema for the specified product and location may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the APO system related to the product or location.
  Master Data Issues: The product master data or location master data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained.
  Integration Issues: There could be issues with the integration between SAP APO and other SAP modules (like SAP ECC) that affect the availability of the scheduling schema.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the scheduling schema.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Scheduling Schema Assignment:
  
  Go to the product master data in APO and check if the scheduling schema is assigned to the product for the specific location.
  If it is missing, assign the appropriate scheduling schema.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Verify the configuration settings in the APO system for the product and location. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Check the product master and location master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out properly.
  
  
  
  Integration Check:
  
  If the product and location are integrated with SAP ECC, ensure that the integration settings are correct and that data is being transferred properly.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the scheduling schema. Check the user roles and authorizations in the system.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/MAT1 (Product Master) or /SAPAPO/LOC1 (Location Master) to check and maintain master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  APO Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the APO system, particularly those related to production planning and scheduling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.