How To Fix /SAPAPO/ND168 - No demand exists for specified planning period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/ND -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: No demand exists for specified planning period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/ND168 - No demand exists for specified planning period ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/ND168 No demand exists for specified planning period typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an attempt to perform a planning operation (like a forecast, planning run, or similar) for a period where there is no demand data available.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Demand Data: The most common cause is that there is simply no demand data available for the specified planning period. This could be due to:
  
  No sales orders or forecasts created for that period.
  The demand data has not been uploaded or is missing.
  The planning period is outside the range of available data.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Planning Period: The planning period specified in the transaction may not align with the periods for which demand data has been maintained.
  
  
  Data Filters: There may be filters applied in the planning run that exclude the demand data for the specified period.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There could be issues with the master data (like product master or location master) that prevent the system from recognizing demand.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Demand Data: Verify that there is demand data (sales orders, forecasts, etc.) for the specified planning period. You can do this by checking the relevant demand planning tables or using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for demand planning) to view the demand data.
  
  
  Adjust Planning Period: Ensure that the planning period you are trying to analyze or plan for is correct and falls within the range of available demand data.
  
  
  Review Filters: If you are using any filters in your planning run, review them to ensure they are not excluding the demand data you expect to see.
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the relevant master data is correctly set up and that the product/location is active and has the necessary data for planning.
  
  
  Data Upload: If demand data is missing, ensure that it is uploaded correctly into the system. This may involve running data extraction or upload processes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 for demand planning, /SAPAPO/MC90 for planning book maintenance, and /SAPAPO/DP90 for demand planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.