How To Fix /SAPAPO/DMRES869 - Number &1 does not correspond to defined sample &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/DMRES -

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Number &1 does not correspond to defined sample &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES869 - Number &1 does not correspond to defined sample &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/DMRES869 indicates that there is a mismatch between a number and a defined sample in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises in the context of demand management or planning scenarios where the system expects a specific sample number to correspond to a defined set of data.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Sample Number: The sample number provided does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to the sample.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the planning area or the specific planning object may not be set up correctly.
  Missing Data: Required data for the sample may be missing or not properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Sample Definition:
  
  Check the sample number in the relevant configuration settings to ensure it is defined correctly.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DM_SAMPLE to view and manage sample definitions.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data related to the sample is complete and correctly maintained.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries in the master data that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the planning area and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Check if the planning object is correctly linked to the sample.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the data that could be causing the issue.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DM_CHECK to perform data consistency checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be applicable.
  
  
  
  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_SAMPLE, /SAPAPO/DM_CHECK, and others that may help in managing samples and checking data consistency.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.