How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT137 - SNP demand profile &3 not deleted (Reference to product &1, location &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: SNP demand profile &3 not deleted (Reference to product &1, location &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT137 - SNP demand profile &3 not deleted (Reference to product &1, location &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT137 indicates that there is an issue with deleting a SNP (Supply Network Planning) demand profile in SAP APO (Advanced Planner and Optimizer). The message specifies that the demand profile cannot be deleted due to existing references to a product and location.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Existing References: The demand profile you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects, such as planning books, data views, or other demand profiles.
  Active Planning Data: There may be active planning data or transactions that are still using the demand profile.
  Authorization Issues: There might be authorization restrictions preventing the deletion of the demand profile.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check References:
  
  Use transaction /SAPAPO/SDP94 (or similar) to check if the demand profile is being used in any planning books or data views.
  Identify and remove any references to the demand profile in other objects.
  
  
  
  Delete Planning Data:
  
  If there is active planning data associated with the demand profile, you may need to delete or archive that data before attempting to delete the demand profile.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the demand profile. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  You can also use transaction /SAPAPO/SDP94 to manage demand profiles and check their status.
  If necessary, use transaction /SAPAPO/SDP1 to delete the demand profile after ensuring there are no references.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to demand profiles and SNP to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to demand profiles and SNP.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.