How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR245 - Invalid value for OM_SCHED_ACT_MODE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR -

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Invalid value for OM_SCHED_ACT_MODE

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR245 - Invalid value for OM_SCHED_ACT_MODE ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR245 Invalid value for OM_SCHED_ACT_MODE typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with the scheduling activity mode parameter. This error indicates that the value provided for the scheduling activity mode is not valid or recognized by the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The value set for the scheduling activity mode (OM_SCHED_ACT_MODE) in the configuration may not match the expected values defined in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the APO system, they might be passing an incorrect value.
  Data Entry Error: A user might have entered an invalid value in a transaction or configuration screen.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another, the target system might not have the same settings or values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the scheduling activity mode in APO. Ensure that the value set for OM_SCHED_ACT_MODE is valid and corresponds to the expected values.
  You can check the valid values in the customizing settings under the relevant section for scheduling.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code: 
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is passing valid values for the scheduling activity mode.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  Validate the data being entered in the relevant transactions. Ensure that users are selecting from valid options.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests: 
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs and ensure that all necessary objects and configurations were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review the SAP documentation for APO to understand the valid values for scheduling activity modes and any dependencies that might exist.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/OM to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Consider searching or posting in the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.