How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC018 - Location is model-dependent (No deletion flag set)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Location is model-dependent (No deletion flag set)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC018 - Location is model-dependent (No deletion flag set) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC018 indicates that a location in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module is model-dependent, and there is no deletion flag set for that location. This typically occurs when you are trying to delete or modify a location that is still being used in a planning model or is linked to certain planning objects.
  Cause:
  
  Model Dependency: The location is associated with a specific planning model (e.g., SNP, DP) and cannot be deleted or modified without first addressing its dependencies.
  Active Planning Objects: The location may still be linked to active planning objects, such as products, transportation lanes, or other master data.
  Deletion Flag: The deletion flag for the location has not been set, which means the system does not allow deletion or modification.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Review the planning model to which the location is linked. Ensure that there are no active planning objects associated with the location.
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC3 to check the location details and see if it is being used in any planning scenarios.
  
  
  
  Set Deletion Flag:
  
  If you determine that the location is no longer needed, you can set the deletion flag for the location. This can typically be done in the location master data maintenance screen.
  Navigate to the location in the APO system and set the deletion flag. This will mark the location for deletion, but it may still require you to ensure that no active dependencies exist.
  
  
  
  Remove Dependencies:
  
  If the location is still in use, you may need to remove or reassign any products, transportation lanes, or other objects that are linked to the location before you can delete it.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on managing locations in APO, as the process may vary based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system setup.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC1 (to create a location), /SAPAPO/LOC2 (to change a location), and /SAPAPO/LOC3 (to display a location).
  Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is managed in SAP APO can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/LOC018 error and manage your location data effectively in SAP APO.