How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC248 - Control strategy &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 248

• Message text: Control strategy &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC248 - Control strategy &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC248 Control strategy &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is trying to access a control strategy that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Control Strategy: The control strategy specified in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or because the control strategy was deleted or not created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The control strategy might not have been properly configured or activated in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to the system being unable to find the specified control strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Strategy Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code /SAPAPO/LOC or the relevant configuration area in SAP APO.
  Verify if the control strategy with the specified name exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Control Strategy:
  
  If the control strategy is missing, create a new control strategy by following the necessary steps in the configuration.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure it meets the required specifications.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data (like location, product, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the control strategy.
  Validate that the control strategy is assigned to the relevant planning object.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If the control strategy was recently transported from another system, ensure that the transport was successful and that all necessary objects were included.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to create and manage control strategies in APO.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC for location and control strategy management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify control strategies in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.