How To Fix /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL009 - Fields for upper limit must be initial if lower limit is '='

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Fields for upper limit must be initial if lower limit is '='

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL009 - Fields for upper limit must be initial if lower limit is '=' ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DM_TLBPRFL009 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the upper and lower limits in the context of the Demand Management or Transportation Load Builder (TLB) profile in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). Specifically, this error occurs when the lower limit is set to '=' (equal) while the upper limit is not left empty (initial).
  Cause:
  The error arises from a logical inconsistency in the configuration of the limits for a specific profile. In this case, if the lower limit is set to an exact value (using '='), the upper limit must be left empty (initial) because having a defined upper limit contradicts the idea of having a strict equality condition for the lower limit.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the configuration of the TLB profile or demand management settings:
  
  
  Access the TLB Profile Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/DM or navigate through the SAP menu to the relevant configuration area for TLB profiles.
  
  
  
  Check the Limits:
  
  Locate the specific TLB profile that is causing the error.
  Review the settings for the lower and upper limits.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Limits:
  
  If the lower limit is set to '=', ensure that the upper limit field is left empty (initial).
  If you need to set both limits, consider changing the lower limit to a range (e.g., using '>' or '<') instead of '='.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the profile.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Run the process again that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP APO to understand the implications of setting limits in TLB profiles.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/DM for demand management and /SAPAPO/TLB for transportation load builder.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your TLB profile is configured correctly.