How To Fix /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS184 - Calculate fair-share quantities

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Calculate fair-share quantities

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS184 - Calculate fair-share quantities ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DEPL_MESS184 typically relates to issues encountered during the calculation of fair-share quantities in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly in the context of deployment or supply chain planning.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transaction data that are required for the fair-share calculation. This could include missing or incorrect data in the product master, location master, or other relevant master data.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for fair-share calculations may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to the planning area, key figures, or the fair-share algorithm.
  
  
  Insufficient Resources: If the resources (e.g., production capacity, transportation capacity) are not sufficient to meet the demand, the system may not be able to calculate fair-share quantities.
  
  
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be correctly set up or may not have the necessary data for the calculation.
  
  
  Locks or Transactions: There may be locks on the data or ongoing transactions that prevent the calculation from being completed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data (product, location, etc.) is complete and accurate. Ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for fair-share calculations in the APO system. Ensure that the planning area and key figures are correctly defined and that the fair-share algorithm is properly configured.
  
  
  Analyze Resource Availability: Ensure that the resources required for fulfilling the demand are available and that there are no constraints that would prevent the calculation.
  
  
  Check Planning Version: Make sure that the planning version you are using is active and has the necessary data for the fair-share calculation.
  
  
  Monitor Locks and Transactions: Check for any locks on the data or ongoing transactions that might be interfering with the calculation. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locks.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use the APO consistency check tools to identify and resolve any inconsistencies in the data.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning, /SAPAPO/SDP for supply network planning, and /SAPAPO/DEPL for deployment.
  SAP Help Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Help documentation for detailed information on fair-share calculations and related configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to seek advice from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation, or to reach out to SAP support for assistance.