How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC137 - Alt. location ID &1 with ALI type &2 already used in location &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Alt. location ID &1 with ALI type &2 already used in location &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC137 - Alt. location ID &1 with ALI type &2 already used in location &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC137 indicates that there is an issue with alternative location IDs (ALIs) in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module of SAP. Specifically, the error message states that the alternative location ID you are trying to use is already associated with another location.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to assign an alternative location ID (ALI) to a location that is already in use by another location. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate ALI Assignment: The same ALI is being assigned to multiple locations, which is not allowed.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the ALI or location IDs.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for the intended assignment of ALIs.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC1 or /SAPAPO/LOC2 to view the existing locations and their associated ALIs.
  Identify the location that is currently using the ALI you are trying to assign.
  
  
  
  Modify or Remove ALI:
  
  If the ALI is indeed being used by another location and you need to assign it to a different location, you may need to either:
  
  Remove the ALI from the existing location.
  Choose a different ALI that is not currently in use.
  
  
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Ensure that the data you are entering is correct and that you are not inadvertently trying to assign an ALI that is already in use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to location and ALI management in APO for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing locations and ALIs in SAP APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  APO Configuration: Review the configuration settings in APO to ensure that they align with your business processes and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.