How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC033 - Time zone &1 does not exist - Location &2 of type &3 not created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: Time zone &1 does not exist - Location &2 of type &3 not created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC033 - Time zone &1 does not exist - Location &2 of type &3 not created ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC033 indicates that there is an issue with the time zone configuration for a location in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that the specified time zone does not exist for the given location type.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Zone: The time zone specified for the location does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the time zone has not been defined in the system.
  Location Type Issues: The location type specified may not be compatible with the time zone settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the APO system or the integration with the underlying SAP ERP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Zone Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to SAP NetWeaver > General Settings > Time Zones.
  Verify that the time zone specified in the error message exists in the system. If it does not, you may need to create it or correct the entry.
  
  
  
  Verify Location Data:
  
  Use transaction code /SAPAPO/LOC1 to check the location master data.
  Ensure that the time zone assigned to the location is valid and correctly spelled.
  
  
  
  Correct Location Type:
  
  Ensure that the location type is appropriate for the time zone being used. If necessary, adjust the location type or the time zone.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  If the location is being created or modified through integration with SAP ERP, ensure that the time zone settings in the ERP system are correctly configured and that they match the APO settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to time zone settings in APO for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  /SAPAPO/LOC1 - Location Master Data
  SPRO - Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on time zone configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully create or modify the location in the APO system.