How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR230 - Invalid max_arc_alert_length value <= 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Invalid max_arc_alert_length value <= 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR230 - Invalid max_arc_alert_length value <= 0 ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR230 Invalid max_arc_alert_length value <= 0 typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the configuration of alert settings, specifically related to the maximum length of alerts.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the configuration parameter max_arc_alert_length has been set to a value that is less than or equal to zero. This parameter is used to define the maximum length of alerts that can be generated in the system. If this value is not set correctly, the system cannot process alerts properly, leading to this error message.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to adjust the configuration of the max_arc_alert_length parameter. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP GUI and enter transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG.
  Navigate to the relevant section for APO configuration, typically under SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization >