How To Fix /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL067 - External relationships have been violated - maximum pegging relationship

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL -

• Message number: 067

• Message text: External relationships have been violated - maximum pegging relationship

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL067 - External relationships have been violated - maximum pegging relationship ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_SCHEDFAIL067 indicates that there is a violation of external relationships in the context of demand management and scheduling within SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, it refers to the maximum pegging relationship limit being exceeded.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when the system attempts to create or modify a pegging relationship (the link between demand and supply) that exceeds the predefined limits set in the system. The maximum number of pegging relationships is defined in the system settings, and if the demand or supply exceeds this limit, the error will be triggered.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pegging Relationships: Review the existing pegging relationships for the affected product. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DM or /SAPAPO/SDP94 to analyze the demand and supply situation.
  
  
  Adjust Maximum Pegging Limit: If necessary, you can increase the maximum number of pegging relationships allowed in the system. This can be done by adjusting the configuration settings in the APO system. Consult with your SAP Basis or APO configuration team to make these changes.
  
  
  Optimize Demand and Supply: Analyze the demand and supply planning process to see if there are opportunities to optimize the relationships. This may involve consolidating orders, adjusting forecasts, or changing the planning strategy.
  
  
  Check for Data Integrity: Ensure that there are no data integrity issues causing the excessive relationships. This includes checking for duplicate entries or incorrect configurations in the master data.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DM, /SAPAPO/SDP94, and /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning and supply network planning.
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for APO to understand the configuration settings related to pegging relationships.
  Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of the planning process after changes to ensure that the system operates efficiently without hitting the new limits.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.