How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC146 - Geocoding level &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Geocoding level &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC146 - Geocoding level &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC146 Geocoding level &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to access a geocoding level that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Geocoding Level: The specified geocoding level (indicated by &1 in the error message) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the level was never created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The geocoding levels may not have been properly set up in the system, or there may be a mismatch between the expected levels and what is configured.
  Data Issues: The data being processed may reference a geocoding level that has been deleted or is not valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Geocoding Levels: 
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/GEOCODE or use the relevant configuration transaction to check the existing geocoding levels.
  Ensure that the geocoding level specified in the error message exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Geocoding Level:
  
  If the geocoding level does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the configuration settings for geocoding in SAP APO.
  Ensure that the new level is correctly defined and activated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for geocoding in the SAP APO system. Ensure that all necessary levels are defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Validate that the geocoding levels are correctly assigned to the relevant locations or master data.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data being processed to ensure that it does not reference any non-existent geocoding levels.
  If necessary, clean up or update the data to remove references to invalid levels.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on geocoding levels and their configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Geocoding in SAP APO: Geocoding is used in SAP APO to map locations to geographical coordinates, which can be essential for various planning and optimization processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/GEOCODE for geocoding maintenance and /SAPAPO/LOC for location management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to geocoding issues or specific error messages that may provide additional insights or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SAPAPO/LOC146 and ensure that your geocoding levels are correctly configured in SAP APO.