How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP117 - No valid PPM/PDS found for &1 at &2 on &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: No valid PPM/PDS found for &1 at &2 on &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP117 - No valid PPM/PDS found for &1 at &2 on &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_CAP117 No valid PPM/PDS found for &1 at &2 on &3 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a valid Production Planning Master (PPM) or Product Data Structure (PDS) for a specific product at a given location and time. This can hinder planning processes such as capacity planning, production planning, or scheduling.
  Causes:
  
  Missing PPM/PDS: The most common cause is that there is no PPM or PDS defined for the specified product at the specified location.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the product or location may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the necessary data.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as incorrect or incomplete entries in the PPM or PDS.
  Time Period Issues: The PPM or PDS may not be valid for the time period being referenced in the error message.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the PPM/PDS data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check PPM/PDS Existence: Verify that a valid PPM or PDS exists for the product at the specified location. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., /SAPAPO/PPM for PPM or /SAPAPO/PDS for PDS) and checking the entries.
  Create or Update PPM/PDS: If no valid PPM/PDS exists, you may need to create one. If it exists but is not valid for the required time period, consider updating it to include the necessary validity dates.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the product and location is correct. This includes checking the settings in the APO system and ensuring that they align with the requirements of your planning process.
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the product and location to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing information.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the PPM/PDS data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/PPM, /SAPAPO/PDS, and /SAPAPO/MC62 for capacity planning.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on PPM and PDS, including how to create and manage them.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.