How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS147 - Push simulation: The selected location has no child locations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Push simulation: The selected location has no child locations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS147 - Push simulation: The selected location has no child locations ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS147 indicates that during a push simulation in the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, the selected location does not have any child locations. This can occur in the context of supply chain planning, where the system expects to find a hierarchy of locations (e.g., plants, distribution centers, etc.) but does not find any child locations under the specified parent location.
  Cause:
  
  Hierarchy Configuration: The location you selected may not be properly configured in the location hierarchy. It might not have any child locations assigned to it.
  Data Maintenance: There may be missing or incomplete data in the master data setup for locations in the APO system.
  Planning Area Settings: The planning area might not be set up to include child locations for the selected parent location.
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected a location that is not intended to have child locations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Location Hierarchy:
  
  Navigate to the location hierarchy in the SAP APO system and verify that the selected location has child locations assigned to it.
  If there are no child locations, you may need to create them or select a different parent location that does have child locations.
  
  
  
  Maintain Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the locations is correctly maintained. This includes checking the location's attributes and ensuring that it is set up to have child locations.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC to maintain location data.
  
  
  
  Review Planning Area Configuration:
  
  Check the planning area settings to ensure that it is configured to recognize and utilize child locations.
  You may need to adjust the planning area settings if they are not aligned with your organizational structure.
  
  
  
  Select Appropriate Location:
  
  If the selected location is not supposed to have child locations, consider selecting a different location that is part of the hierarchy and has child locations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on location hierarchy and planning area configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC for location maintenance and /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify location data in the APO system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP APO for further assistance.