How To Fix /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL011 - Obsolete object

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Obsolete object

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL011 - Obsolete object ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL011 indicates that there is an issue related to an "obsolete object" in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises during the scheduling or planning processes when the system encounters an object (like a product, location, or resource) that is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Master Data: The most common cause is that the master data (like product master, location master, or resource master) has been marked as obsolete or deleted in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as references to objects that no longer exist or have been deactivated.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may reference obsolete objects that are not available in the current version.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration or settings that affect the availability of certain objects can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the objects involved in the planning or scheduling process. Ensure that they are active and not marked as obsolete.
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM03 for material master) and check the status of the object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks in the APO system to identify and rectify any inconsistencies in the master data.
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/DM_CHECK to perform a consistency check.
  
  
  
  Update Planning Version: If the planning version is referencing obsolete objects, consider updating the version or creating a new version that includes only valid objects.
  
  
  Recreate Obsolete Objects: If the objects are required for planning, you may need to recreate them in the system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DM for data management and /SAPAPO/OM for order management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to this error message.
  System Logs: Review system logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.