How To Fix /SAPAPO/INBND012 - Error during evaluation of the DRP matrix

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/INBND -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Error during evaluation of the DRP matrix

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/INBND012 - Error during evaluation of the DRP matrix ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/INBND012 typically indicates an issue during the evaluation of the Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) matrix in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for finding an appropriate solution.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect or missing entries in the product master, location master, or other related data.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the DRP matrix may not be set up correctly, leading to evaluation errors.
  Planning Version Issues: The planning version being used may not be active or may have been incorrectly set up.
  Resource Availability: If the resources required for the evaluation are not available or are incorrectly defined, this can lead to errors.
  Time Period Issues: The time periods defined for the DRP evaluation may not align with the data available, causing discrepancies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all relevant master data (product, location, etc.) is complete and accurate. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for the DRP matrix to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings in the APO system and ensuring that the DRP matrix is properly defined.
  Validate Planning Version: Ensure that the planning version you are using is active and correctly configured. You can check this in the planning book settings.
  Resource Check: Confirm that all resources required for the evaluation are available and correctly defined in the system.
  Time Period Alignment: Make sure that the time periods for the DRP evaluation match the data available in the system. Adjust the time settings if necessary.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DRP to access the DRP settings or /SAPAPO/MC62 to check the planning book.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the /SAPAPO/INBND012 error. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  Logs and Traces: Review the application logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can offer insights or solutions.
  
  By systematically addressing these areas, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.