How To Fix /SAPAPO/LOC518 - &1 entries in table &2 changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LOC -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: &1 entries in table &2 changed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC518 - &1 entries in table &2 changed ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LOC518 typically indicates that there are changes made to entries in a specific table that are not consistent with the expected state of the system. This error is often related to the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module in SAP, particularly in the context of location or master data changes.
  Cause:
  The error message /SAPAPO/LOC518 is triggered when:
  
  There are inconsistencies in the master data, such as location data or other related tables.
  Changes have been made to the data in the background (e.g., through a batch job or another user) while you are trying to perform an operation that requires a consistent state of the data.
  The system is trying to access or modify data that has been changed or deleted by another process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the /SAPAPO/LOC518 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Concurrent Changes: Ensure that no other users or processes are making changes to the same data at the same time. If possible, coordinate with other users to avoid conflicts.
  
  
  Review Change Logs: Look at the change logs for the relevant tables to identify what changes were made and by whom. This can help you understand the context of the error.
  
  
  Consistency Check: Run consistency checks for the relevant master data. In APO, you can use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/LOC1 to check location data or other relevant transactions to validate the integrity of the data.
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: After ensuring that the data is consistent and no other changes are being made, try to reprocess the transaction that triggered the error.
  
  
  Data Synchronization: If the error persists, consider synchronizing the data between the APO and the ERP system. This may involve running specific reports or programs designed to align the data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Notes or documentation related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant logs or screenshots.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in APO for managing master data, such as /SAPAPO/LOC1 for locations, /SAPAPO/MDP1 for master data planning, etc.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SAPAPO/LOC518 for any known issues or fixes.
  APO Master Data Management: Understanding how master data is managed in APO can help prevent such errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.