How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC186 - Location &1 was not geocoded


/SAPAPO/LOC186 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

  • Message number: 186

  • Message text: Location &1 was not geocoded

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC186 - Location &1 was not geocoded ?
    The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC186 indicates that a specific location (denoted by &1) has not been geocoded. Geocoding is the process of converting addresses or location names into geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude), which are necessary for various functionalities in SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO), such as transportation planning and optimization.
    
    Cause: Missing Geocoding Data: The location may not have been assigned geographic coordinates in the system. Incorrect Location Data: The location data might be incomplete or incorrectly formatted, preventing successful geocoding. Geocoding Service Issues: There may be issues with the external geocoding service that SAP is trying to use to obtain the coordinates.
    Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to perform geocoding for the specified location.
    Solution: Check Location Data: Verify that the location data is complete and correctly formatted. Ensure that all necessary fields (like address, city, country) are filled out. Manual Geocoding: If the location is not geocoded automatically, you can

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