How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR116 - Negative processing time

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Negative processing time

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR116 - Negative processing time ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR116 indicates a "Negative processing time" issue in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO). This error typically arises when the system encounters a situation where the calculated processing time for a production order or a similar operation is negative, which is not logically feasible.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data for the production process, such as work centers, routing, or production versions, may have incorrect or missing values that lead to negative processing times.
  Negative Time Intervals: If there are negative time intervals defined in the scheduling parameters or if the start and end times of operations are incorrectly set, it can lead to this error.
  Capacity Constraints: If the capacity of a work center is not properly defined or if there are conflicting capacity requirements, it may result in negative processing times.
  Incorrect Planning Parameters: Parameters related to planning, such as lead times, setup times, or processing times, may be incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the relevant production order, including work centers, routings, and production versions. Ensure that all times (setup, processing, and teardown) are correctly defined and positive.
  Review Scheduling Parameters: Check the scheduling parameters for the production order. Ensure that there are no negative time intervals and that the start and end times are logically set.
  Analyze Capacity Planning: Investigate the capacity planning settings for the work centers involved. Ensure that the capacity is correctly defined and that there are no conflicts in capacity requirements.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review and adjust the planning parameters related to lead times, setup times, and processing times to ensure they are realistic and do not result in negative values.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on the master data and planning data to identify any discrepancies that may lead to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM_ORDER to analyze orders and /SAPAPO/OM_COCKPIT for overall planning cockpit views.
  SAP Notes: Check for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO and production planning for detailed explanations of processing times and scheduling.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.