How To Fix /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2185 - No or negative number of rows specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2 -

• Message number: 185

• Message text: No or negative number of rows specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2185 - No or negative number of rows specified ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/OM_ERROR2185 indicates that there is an issue with the number of rows specified in a certain operation, typically related to the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error usually arises when a function or transaction expects a positive number of rows to be processed, but it receives either zero or a negative value instead.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Input Parameters: The most common cause is that the input parameters for a transaction or function module are incorrectly set, leading to a situation where the system interprets the number of rows as zero or negative.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the underlying data, such as missing or corrupted records that lead to an incorrect count of rows.
  Configuration Errors: Misconfigurations in the APO settings or master data can also lead to this error.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might be causing the error by not handling row counts properly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Input Parameters: Review the input parameters being passed to the function or transaction. Ensure that the number of rows specified is a positive integer.
  Validate Data: Check the relevant data in the system to ensure that there are no missing or corrupted records. You may need to run consistency checks or data validation reports.
  Review Configuration: Look into the configuration settings in the APO module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes checking master data, planning books, and other relevant settings.
  Debugging: If the error occurs in a custom program or enhancement, use the ABAP debugger to trace the execution and identify where the row count is being set incorrectly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may be using transaction codes like /SAPAPO/DP (Demand Planning), /SAPAPO/SNP (Supply Network Planning), or others related to APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide fixes or workarounds for this specific error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful to see if other users have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.